Compound Q&A
What is Aluminium trifluoride (CAS: 7784-18-1)?
Answer
Aluminium trifluoride (CAS: 7784-18-1) is a chemical compound with the formula AlF3. It appears as a white, crystalline powder and is highly soluble in water. Known for its strong Lewis acid properties, it is used in various industrial and research applications. The compound is also a key precursor in the synthesis of other fluorine-containing chemicals.
About
CAS No
7784-18-1
English Name
Aluminium trifluoride
Molecular Formula
AlF3
Molecular Weight
83.98 g/mol
EINECS
232-051-1
SMILES
F[Al](F)F
InChIKey
KLZUFWVZNOTSEM-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08