Description

Beryllium Hydroxide (Alpha) is the alpha crystalline polymorph of beryllium hydroxide, a key inorganic compound with the CAS registry number 13327-32-7. This material serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of high-purity beryllium oxide ceramics and specialty beryllium alloys. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the advanced ceramics, aerospace, nuclear technology, and electronics industries seeking reliable, high-quality beryllium compounds.

Application

• Primary precursor for manufacturing high-purity beryllium oxide (BeO) ceramics used in electronics and thermal management.
• Intermediate in the production of specialty beryllium-copper and beryllium-aluminum alloys for aerospace and defense applications.
• Starting material in nuclear technology for moderators and reflectors.
• Raw material in the synthesis of other beryllium salts and compounds for research and industrial use.
• Component in catalysts for specific organic synthesis reactions.
• Use in laboratories for analytical chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Beryllium Hydroxide (Alpha)
CAS No.	13327-32-7
Molecular Formula	Be(OH)2
Molecular Weight	43.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Beryllium Dihydroxide; Beryllium(2+) Hydroxide; Beryllium(II) Hydroxide; α-Beryllium Hydroxide; Beryllia Hydrate; Hydroxyberyllium; Beryllium Hydroxide (α-form)
EINECS	236-368-7

Quality Control

Our Beryllium Hydroxide (Alpha) is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, with key parameters including assay, crystalline phase identification, and control of metallic impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Be(OH)2)	≥ 98.0 %
Crystalline Phase (XRD)	Alpha (α) form
Loss on Drying (105°C)	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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