Description

Isobutylaluminum Dichloride is a highly reactive organoaluminum compound primarily used as a catalyst and co-catalyst in polymerization and organic synthesis. Its value lies in its potent Lewis acidity and ability to act as an alkylating agent, making it indispensable for precise chemical transformations. This chemical is critical for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the petrochemical, polymer, and fine chemical industries seeking efficient catalysts for Ziegler-Natta type reactions and other organometallic processes.

Application

• As a key co-catalyst in Ziegler-Natta polymerization systems for producing polyolefins like polyethylene and polypropylene.
• As a Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
• As an alkylating agent in the synthesis of specialty organic compounds and fine chemicals.
• In the production of organoaluminum precursors for semiconductor and electronic materials manufacturing (MOCVD).
• As a reagent in organic synthesis for the formation of carbon-aluminum bonds.
• In catalyst research and development for exploring new polymerization and oligomerization pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutylaluminum Dichloride
CAS No.	1888-87-5
Molecular Formula	C4H9AlCl2
Molecular Weight	155.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminum, Dichloroisobutyl-; Dichloroisobutylaluminum; (2-Methylpropyl)aluminum Dichloride; Isobutylaluminum Dichloride; i-BuAlCl2; IBAC; Isobutylaluminium Dichloride
EINECS	217-548-8

Quality Control

Our Isobutylaluminum Dichloride is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under a dry, inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and pyrophoric nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and handled with appropriate precautions to exclude air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Al content)	≥ 95.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Density (at 20°C)	~1.08 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.