Difference between revisions of "Sodium aluminate"

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aluminum sodium oxide
 
aluminum sodium oxide
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== Risks ==
  
== Other Properties ==
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* Noncombustible. 
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* Hygroscopic. 
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* Skin contact causes irritation and burns. 
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* CDH Fine Chemicals: [https://www.cdhfinechemical.com/images/product/msds/101_1761994779_SODIUMALUMINATECASNO.11138-49-1MSDS.pdf SDS]
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==Physical and Chemical Properties==
  
 
Soluble in water forming a strongly alkaline solution. Insoluble in ethanol.
 
Soluble in water forming a strongly alkaline solution. Insoluble in ethanol.
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== Hazards and Safety ==
 
 
Noncombustible.  Hygroscopic.  Skin contact causes irritation and burns. 
 
  
LINK: [http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ipcsneng/neng0566.html International Chemical Safety Card]
 
  
 
[[Category:Materials database]]
 
[[Category:Materials database]]

Latest revision as of 15:23, 31 May 2022

Description

White, water-soluble powder. Sodium aluminate is used in the manufacture of lake colors. It is also used to opacify glass, harden concrete, size paper, and purify water.

Synonyms and Related Terms

aluminum sodium oxide

Risks

  • Noncombustible.
  • Hygroscopic.
  • Skin contact causes irritation and burns.
  • CDH Fine Chemicals: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Soluble in water forming a strongly alkaline solution. Insoluble in ethanol.

Composition Na2Al2O3
CAS 1302-42-7
Melting Point 1650 C
Density >1.5 g/ml
Molecular Weight mol. wt. = 82

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