Name: Aluminum Chloride
CAS: 7446-70-0
EC Number: 231-208-1
Chemical Formular: AlCl3
Appearance: pale yellow solid
Molecular Weight: 133.34 g/mol
Melting Point: 192.6 °C (378.7 °F; 465.8 K)
Boiling Point: 180 °C (356 °F; 453 K)
Density: 2.48 g/cm3
Solubility in water: 458 g/l (20 °C)
Exact Mass: 131.888096 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass: 131.888096 g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area: 0 A^2
Complexity: 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to the UN GHS revision 8
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1
GHS Product identifier
| Product name | Aluminum Chloride |
|---|
1.2
Other means of identification
| Product number | – |
|---|---|
| Other names | Aluminium chloride; Aluminum chloride anhydrous |
1.3
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
| Identified uses | Industrial and scientific research uses. |
|---|---|
| Uses advised against | no data available |
1.4
Supplier’s details
| Company | Elements China Limited |
|---|---|
| Address | Building 2, No.5555, Shenzhuan Hwy, Shanghai , China |
| Telephone | +86-021-3776-2181 |
1.5Emergency phone number
| Emergency phone number | +86-021-3776-2181 |
|---|---|
| Service hours | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1
Classification of the substance or mixture
Skin corrosion, Sub-category 1B
2.2
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram(s) |  |
|---|---|
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| Prevention | P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/… |
| Response | P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. |
| Storage | P405 Store locked up. |
| Disposal | P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. |
2.3
Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1
Substances
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Chloride | Aluminium chloride | 7446-70-0 | 231-208-1 |
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1
Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.
Following skin contact
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Following eye contact
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .
4.2
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
no data available
4.3
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
no data available
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1
Suitable extinguishing media
Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol-resistant foam.
5.2
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
5.3
Special protective actions for fire-fighters
NO water, foam, hydrous agents. In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.2
Environmental precautions
Prevent further spillage or leakage if it is safe to do so. Do not let the chemical enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
6.3
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Collect and arrange disposal. Keep the chemical in suitable and closed containers for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Adhered or collected material should be promptly disposed of, in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1
Precautions for safe handling
NO contact with water.
Handling in a well ventilated place.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Use non-sparking tools.
Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1
Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
no data available
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2
Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
Skin protection
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.
Thermal hazards
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
| Physical state | Solid. Fine powder, homogeneous by all appearances. |
|---|---|
| Colour | Slightly yellowish. |
| Odour | no data available |
| Melting point/freezing point | 190 °C. Atm. press.:2 500 hPa. |
| Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range | 181.2 °C. Atm. press.:1 013 hPa. Remarks:Sublimation temperature. |
| Flammability | no data available |
| Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit | no data available |
| Flash point | 88°C |
| Auto-ignition temperature | Remarks:No self-heating detected. |
| Decomposition temperature | no data available |
| pH | no data available |
| Kinematic viscosity | no data available |
| Solubility | 450 g / L (20 °C, decomposition) |
| Partition coefficient n-octanol/water | no data available |
| Vapour pressure | 0 hPa. Temperature:20 °C.;0.001 hPa. Temperature:30 °C.;0.004 hPa. Temperature:50 °C. |
| Density and/or relative density | 2.44 g/cm³. Temperature:25 °C. |
| Relative vapour density | no data available |
| Particle characteristics | no data available |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1
Reactivity
no data available
10.2
Chemical stability
no data available
10.3
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Reacts violently with water and moist air. This produces hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163).
10.4
Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5
Incompatible materials
no data available
10.6
Hazardous decomposition products
no data available
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: LD50 – rat (male) – 3 450 mg/kg bw.
- Inhalation: no data available
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
no data available
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
STOT-single exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion.
STOT-repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. A harmful concentration of hydrogen chloride vapours can be reached (very) quickly.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1
Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: LC50 – Pimephales promelas – 1.16 mg/L – 96 h.
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: EC50 – Daphnia magna – 27.3 mg/L – 48 h. Remarks:AlCl3.
- Toxicity to algae: NOEC – Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (previous names: Raphidocelis subcapitata, Selenastrum capricornutum) – >= 0.044 mg/L – 72 h.
- Toxicity to microorganisms: EC10 – activated sludge, domestic – > 1 000 mg/L – 180 min. Remarks:Respiration rate.
12.2
Persistence and degradability
no data available
12.3
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
12.4
Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5
Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1
Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to
a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration
with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs,
feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and
offered for recycling or reconditioning.
Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to
make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of
in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration
with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1
UN Number
| ADR/RID: UN1726 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: UN1726 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: UN1726 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.2
UN Proper Shipping Name
| ADR/RID: ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS (For reference only, please check.) |
14.3
Transport hazard class(es)
| ADR/RID: 8 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: 8 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: 8 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.4
Packing group, if applicable
| ADR/RID: II (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: II (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: II (For reference only, please check.) |
14.5
Environmental hazards
| ADR/RID: No | IMDG: No | IATA: No |
14.6
Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7
Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1
Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Chloride | Aluminium chloride | 7446-70-0 | 231-208-1 |
| European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
| EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
| United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
| China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Listed. | ||
| New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Listed. | ||
| Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
| Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
| Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. | ||
| Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL) | Listed. | ||
SECTION 16: Other information
Information on revision
| Creation Date | Sep 16, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Revision Date | Sep 16, 2020 |
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS – The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website:
http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home - HSDB – Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC – International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal – The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website:
http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en - CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG – Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website:
http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg - Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website:
http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp - ECHA – European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
Other Information
Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water, foam.NEVER pour water into this substance; when dissolving or diluting always add it slowly to the water.
Any questions regarding this SDS, Please send your inquiry to [email protected]
Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and
shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not
represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any
damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
| Chemical Formular: | AlCl3 |
| PubChem CID: | 24012 |
| IUPAC Name: | trichloroalumane |
| Inchl: | InChI=1S/Al.3ClH/h;3*1H/q+3;;;/p-3 |
| InChI Key: | VSCWAEJMTAWNJL-UHFFFAOYSA-K |
| Canonical SMILES: | [Al](Cl)(Cl)Cl |
| Pictogram(s): |  |
| Signal: | Danger |
| GHS Hazard Statements: | H314-H372-H373 |
| Hazard Codes: | C |
| Risk Codes: | R34 |
| Precautionary Statement Codes: | P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310 |
| Flash Point: | n/a |
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aluminium chloride
aluminium(III) chloride
aluminum trichloride
trichloroaluminum
aluminium(3+) chloride
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n/a
The chloride ion is the anion (negatively charged ion) Cl−.
It is formed when the element chlorine (a halogen) gains an electron or when a compound such as hydrogen chloride is dissolved in water or other polar solvents.
Chloride salts such as sodium chloride are often very soluble in water.It is an essential electrolyte located in all body fluids responsible for maintaining acid/base balance, transmitting nerve impulses and regulating fluid in and out of cells. Less frequently, the word chloride may also form part of the “common” name of chemical compounds in which one or more chlorine atoms are covalently bonded.
Aluminium (aluminum in American and Canadian English) is a chemical element with the symbol Al and atomic number 13.
It is a silvery-white, soft, non-magnetic and ductile metal in the boron group.
By mass, aluminium makes up about 8% of the Earth’s crust; it is the third most abundant element after oxygen and silicon and the most abundant metal in the crust, though it is less common in the mantle below.
Aluminum powder, coated appears as a light gray or silver powdered metal. Easily ignited; burns with an intense flame.
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