Aluminium Oxide

Synonym(s)

: gama-Alüminya, dialüminyum; oksijen(2-), beta- alüminyum oksit, abramax, abrasit, aloksit

Mol. Formula

: Al2O3

EC / List no.

: 215-691-6

CAS no.

: 1344-28-1

Molecular weight

: 101,961

In nature, bauxite, corundum, etc. An oxide of aluminum found in various minerals such as It is used as an adsorbent, desiccant and catalyst, and in the manufacture of dental cements and refractories. It is considered an indirect additive used in food contact items by the FDA.

Application

» Cosmetics and personal care products, metal surface treatment products, varnishes, adhesives and sealants. It is widely used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coatings, wood, plastic construction and building materials, fragrances and air fresheners.
» It is used in formulation of mixtures and formulation in materials.
» Aluminum oxide is used in flooring, furniture, toys, building materials, curtains, shoes, leather products, paper and interior use, cardboard products, electronic equipment.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Aluminum oxide is a white crystalline powder.
» Odorless.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	2000
Boiling point	°C	2980
Solubility			Insoluble in water
Density	g/ cm3	4	At 20°C
Vapour pressure	mm Hg	0	At 25 °C
Refractive Index		1.768