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Aluminum nitrate nonahydrate, low mercury, Puratronic™, 99.999% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Aluminum nitrate is a strong oxidizing agent. It is used in tanning leather, antiperspirants, corrosion inhibitors, extraction of uranium, petroleum refining, and as a nitrating agent. The nonahydrate and other hydrated aluminum nitrates have many applications. These salts are used to produce alumina for preparation of insulating papers, in cathode ray tube heating elements, and on transformer core laminates. The hydrated salts are also used for the extraction of actinide elements.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 73.5°C (135° (decomposition)) |
Physical Form | Crystalline |
Quantity | 25 g |
UN Number | UN1438 |
Merck Index | 14,352 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water (540mg/ml),ethanol,alcohol (very),and acetone (slightly). |
Formula Weight | 375.13 (212.99 Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | 99.999% |
Grade | Puratronic™ |
Odor | Odorless |
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Safety and Handling
- Aluminum nitrate nonahydrate
- Danger
- Oxidising solid Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- H272-May intensify fire; oxidiser.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P501-Dispose of contents/container to .
RUO – Research Use Only
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