Aluminum Isopropoxide

• CAT Number: R060830
• CAS Number: 555-31-7
• Molecular Formula: C9H21AlO3
• Molecular Weight: 204.246
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Propanol Aluminum Salt; Isopropyl Alcohol Aluminum Salt; AIPD; Aliso; Aluminum 2-Propoxide; Aluminum Isopropanolate; Aluminum Isopropioate; Aluminum Isopropylate; Aluminum sec-Propanolate; Aluminum Triisopropoxide; Aluminum Triisopropylate; Aluminu
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: aluminum;propan-2-olate
• InChI: InChI=1S/3C3H7O.Al/c3*1-3(2)4;/h3*3H,1-2H3;/q3*-1;+3
• InChIKey: SMZOGRDCAXLAAR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)[O-].CC(C)[O-].CC(C)[O-].[Al+3]

Aluminum isopropoxide, with the chemical formula Al(O-i-Pr)₃, is a widely used reagent in organic synthesis. This compound appears as a white solid and is known for its role in the Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley reduction, where it helps convert ketones to secondary alcohols. It also finds use in the production of other aluminum compounds and materials due to its ability to form porous structures. Its solubility in organic solvents makes it versatile for various chemical transformations.