Description

Chlorodioctylaluminium is a versatile organoaluminium compound widely used as a catalyst and reagent in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a highly effective Lewis acid and alkylating agent, facilitating critical reactions in polymer and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial-scale producers in the petrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• As a co-catalyst in Ziegler-Natta type polymerization systems for olefins.
• As a Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
• As an alkylating agent in the synthesis of organometallic complexes and fine chemicals.
• In the production of linear α-olefins and other key petrochemical intermediates.
• As a precursor for the synthesis of other organoaluminium compounds.
• In research and development for novel catalytic processes and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorodioctylaluminium
CAS No.	7325-26-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₄AlCl
Molecular Weight	292.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Dioctylaluminium Chloride; Chlorodi-n-octylaluminum; Di-n-octylaluminium Chloride; Aluminium, chlorodioctyl-; (C8H17)2AlCl; Chlorobis(octyl)aluminum; Dioctylaluminum Chloride; Octylaluminium Sesquichloride (related)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chlorodioctylaluminium is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and reacts with strong acid/organic solvent. Store under a dry, inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as oxidizing agents, acids, and water.

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)	~0.85 g/mL

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