Additional Properties
- Einecs Number 209-146-1
- HMIS 2-2-0-X
- Molecular Formula C12H27AlO3
- Molecular Weight (g/mol) 246.32
- Purity (%) 95%
- TSCA Yes
- Delta H Vaporization (kJ/mol) 21.6 kcal/mole
- Boiling Point (˚C/mmHg) 156° / 2
- Melting Point (˚C) 241-6°
Application
Catalyst for Oppenauer oxidation of alcohols to ketones.1,2
Reacts with AlCl3 to form Al2O3 in non-hydrolytic reaction.3
Fieser
F&F: Vol. 1, p 23; Vol. 2, p. 21.
Reference
1. Djerassi, C. "The Oppenauer Oxidation," Org. React. 1951, 6, 207.
2. Oppenauer, R. Org. Syn. 1955, Coll. Vol. 3, 207.
3. Acosta, S. et al. J. Non-Cryst. Solids 1994, 170, 234.
Safety