Description

Hydrobis(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl)Aluminium is a highly reactive organoaluminium compound belonging to the class of alkylaluminium hydrides. It serves as a powerful reducing agent and catalyst precursor, valued for its ability to facilitate key transformations in organic synthesis and polymer production. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors seeking efficient and selective reaction pathways.

Application

• As a cocatalyst or activator in Ziegler-Natta and metallocene catalyst systems for polyolefin production (e.g., polyethylene, polypropylene).
• As a selective reducing agent in organic synthesis for the reduction of carbonyl groups and other functional moieties.
• In the synthesis of specialty organometallic compounds and as a precursor for other aluminium-based reagents.
• For the alkylation of various substrates in the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates.
• In deposition processes for advanced materials and semiconductor manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydrobis(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl)Aluminium
CAS No.	84012-67-9
Molecular Formula	C16H35Al
Molecular Weight	254.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl)Aluminium Hydride; Diisobutylaluminium Hydride (DIBAL-H) related derivative; Hydrobis(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl)Alane; Aluminium, hydrobis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-; HA-2,4,4-TMP; Isooctylaluminium Hydride; (C8H17)2AlH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Hydrobis(2,4,4-Trimethylpentyl)Aluminium adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot is analyzed to confirm key parameters such as active aluminium content, hydride concentration, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and assay results are provided to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and reacts vigorously with strong acids/organic solvents. It must be handled and stored under an inert dry atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, moisture, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Aluminium content)	≥ 95.0 %
Active Hydride (as Al-H)	Contact for details
Solvent (typically in hydrocarbon)	Contact for details
Impurities (by GC/MS)	Contact for details

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