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Aluminum Acetate
Also known as: ALUMINUM ACETATE · 139-12-8 · aluminium acetate · Acetic acid, aluminum salt
- CAS No.
- 139-12-8
- Formula
- C6H9AlO6
- Molar mass
- 204.11 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 8757
Harmful / Irritant
Summary
Aluminum Acetate (C6H9AlO6), CAS 139-12-8. Common in labs and industry. Read on for hazards, storage, PPE and mixing rules.
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Physical properties
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Hazards
Storage
Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.
Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.
Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.
Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.
Personal protective equipment
Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.
Safety goggles with side shields.
A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.
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- Irritant / harmful. Ventilate the workspace and avoid skin contact.
Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.
FAQ
Is Aluminum Acetate flammable?+
Aluminum Acetate (CAS 139-12-8) does not carry the GHS02 flame pictogram in our records. Always confirm with the manufacturer's SDS section 9 (flash point) before assuming a product is non-flammable.
What PPE should I wear when handling Aluminum Acetate?+
Safety glasses with side shields and nitrile gloves are the baseline. Ventilation should be sufficient to keep vapours below the occupational exposure limit. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.
How should Aluminum Acetate be stored?+
Store Aluminum Acetate (CAS 139-12-8) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
Is Aluminum Acetate dangerous for the environment?+
No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for Aluminum Acetate, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.
Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for Aluminum Acetate?+
Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.
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