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1. Basic Info
Name: Aluminum oxide
Alias: Alumina, Al2O3
CAS No.:1344-28-1
Molecular Formula:Al2O3
Molecular Weight:101.96
2. Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical Properties
- Appearance: White fine powder, different crystal forms (α-Al2O3, γ-Al2O3) with different particle sizes
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Insoluble in water, ethanol; slowly soluble in hot concentrated strong acid, strong alkali molten liquid
- Melting Point: 2072 ℃
- Boiling Point: 2980 ℃
- Density: α-Al2O3 3.97 g/cm3; γ-Al2O3 3.5 g/cm3
- Hardness: High hardness, Mohs hardness 9
- Hygroscopy: γ-type has strong adsorption/hygroscopicity; α-type non-hygroscopic
- Insulation: Excellent electrical insulation at normal temperature
Chemical Properties
- Molecular structure: Ionic crystal oxide, high lattice energy, stable chemical property
- Amphoteric oxide: Reacts with strong acid to generate aluminum salt; reacts with molten strong alkali to form aluminate
- Thermal stability: Ultra-high temperature resistance, no decomposition below 2000 ℃
- Adsorption performance: Porous γ-alumina has large specific surface area, can adsorb water, polar organic molecules, metal ions
- Inertness: Not oxidized, not easy to react with common organic solvents, neutral reagents
- Crystal transformation: Heating γ-Al2O3 above 1200 ℃ transforms into stable α-Al2O3
- Compatibility: Compatible with most inorganic fillers, ceramic raw materials; reacts with concentrated acid/alkali under heating
3. Main Application Fields
1. Refractory & Ceramic Raw Material (Core Application)
- α-alumina: High-temperature refractory brick, alumina ceramic, wear-resistant ceramic parts, ceramic substrate
- Raw material for polishing powder, abrasive sand, grinding wheel
2. Catalyst & Adsorbent Carrier
- γ-alumina: Catalyst carrier for petrochemical reforming, hydrogenation reactions
- Drying adsorbent for air, industrial gas, moisture removal filter medium
3. Electronic & Electrical Industry
- Alumina ceramic substrate for chip, circuit board insulation heat dissipation
- High-voltage insulation porcelain, electronic component packaging material
4. Filler & Polishing Material
- White wear-resistant filler for plastic, rubber, coating
- Precision polishing powder for metal, glass, optical lens
5. Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Auxiliary
- Cosmetic friction agent, oil absorption matting powder
- Pharmaceutical tablet flow aid, adsorbent for drug purification
4. Quality Specification Table
| Test Item | Standard Index |
| CAS Number | 1344-28-1 |
| Molecular Formula | Al2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 101.96 |
| Appearance | White fine powder |
| Purity | Industrial Grade ≥99.0%; High Purity Grade ≥99.99% |
| Fe2O3 Impurity | ≤0.03% |
| SiO2 Impurity | ≤0.10% |
| Moisture Content | ≤0.10% |
| Bulk Density | Customized according to crystal type |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | Cosmetic/Pharma grade ≤10 ppm |
| Bulk Package | 25kg woven bag lined with PE film |
| Storage Condition | Sealed dry warehouse ≤25℃; prevent moisture absorption (γ-type) |
| Transportation Rule | Inorganic mineral powder, dust-proof sealed packaging |
| Shelf Life | 36 months under intact sealed packaging |
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