Camphor

Al(NO3) 3.9H2O

FW:   123

 

HAZARD ALERT:  Strong oxidizer; slightly toxic by ingestion.

            [DO NOT store near combustible materials]

LD50  3671 mg/kg

 

Storage:  Inorganic #3        [Cabinet 2; shelf 3]

Shelf Life:  Indefinite

Soluble:  Cold water; decomposes in hot water; alcohol and acetone.

Color:  White

Odor:  Very slight ammonia

CAS No. 7784-27-2

 

                        M.p. 73oC; decomposes at 150oC

                        Derivation:  Formed by the action of nitric acid on aluminum and crystallization.

                        Uses:  Textiles (mordant); leather tanning; manufacturing of incandescent filaments;

catalysts in petroleum refining

 

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