Aluminum oxide
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-09-30
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
powder
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| Molecular Weight |
101.96
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Appearance |
White fine powder
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Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
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 |
