Description

Aluminium Isopropoxide is a versatile organoaluminium compound widely used as a catalyst and reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its effectiveness as a Lewis acid catalyst for the Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley (MPV) reduction and the Oppenauer oxidation, key reactions for selective carbonyl group transformations. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and fine chemical industries, where precise and selective reduction or oxidation steps are critical. Aluminium Isopropoxide CAS NO 555-31-7 is also a valuable precursor for the sol-gel synthesis of alumina-based ceramics and coatings.

Application

• Catalyst for MPV Reduction: A key reagent for the selective reduction of aldehydes and ketones to their corresponding alcohols, often used in steroid and terpene chemistry.
• Oppenauer Oxidation Agent: Employed in the reverse reaction to oxidize secondary alcohols to ketones under mild conditions.
• Sol-Gel Processing: Acts as a metal-organic precursor for the production of high-purity alumina films, fibers, and powders used in advanced ceramics and protective coatings.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Used as a co-catalyst or initiator in certain Ziegler-Natta type polymerizations and ring-opening polymerizations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates key synthetic steps in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for chiral molecules.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a reagent in various metal-mediated organic transformations.
• Waterproofing Agent: Used in surface treatments for textiles and construction materials.
• Research & Development: A standard laboratory reagent for methodological development and scale-up studies in academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminium Isopropoxide
CAS No.	555-31-7
Molecular Formula	C9H21AlO3
Molecular Weight	204.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminum Isopropoxide; Aluminum Triisopropoxide; Triisopropoxyaluminum; Aluminium(III) Isopropoxide; Isopropyl Aluminate; ATI; AIP; Aluminium Isopropylate
EINECS	209-090-8

Quality Control

Our Aluminium Isopropoxide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Each lot is analyzed against stringent in-house specifications, with key parameters including assay, chloride content, and heavy metal limits. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and safety data is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive (store away from light). Containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis and degradation upon contact with atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Al2O3 basis)	Min. 24.8%
Assay (Titration)	Min. 98.0%
Chloride (Cl)	Max. 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	Max. 20 ppm
Solubility (in Toluene)	Clear solution

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