Diisobutylaluminium hydride
IUPAC: bis(2-methylpropyl)alumane
| Formula / Notation | C8H19Al |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1191-15-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 142.22 |
| Melting Point | -80 °C (Freezing point) |
| Boiling Point | 105 °C @ 0.2 mm Hg |
| Density | 0.798 g/mL |
| Solubility | Miscible with hydrocarbon solvents |
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Also Known As | bis(2-methylpropyl)alumane; Dibal-H; Diisobutylhydroaluminum; Al-Diisobutyl; Al-Alchili; Diisobutylaluminum; Hydrodiisobutylaluminum; Bis(isobutyl)hydroaluminum; Aluminum, diisobutylhydro-; Aluminum, hydrodiisobutyl- |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is Diisobutylaluminium hydride?
Diisobutylaluminium hydride (C8H19Al) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Liquid. It has a molecular weight of 142.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is bis(2-methylpropyl)alumane. Boiling point: 105 °C @ 0.2 mm Hg. Melting point: -80 °C (Freezing point).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: bis(2-methylpropyl)alumane
Other Names / Synonyms: bis(2-methylpropyl)alumane; Dibal-H; Diisobutylhydroaluminum; Al-Diisobutyl; Al-Alchili; Diisobutylaluminum; Hydrodiisobutylaluminum; Bis(isobutyl)hydroaluminum; Aluminum, diisobutylhydro-; Aluminum, hydrodiisobutyl-
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -80 °C (Freezing point) |
| Boiling Point | 105 °C @ 0.2 mm Hg |
| Density | 0.798 g/mL |
| Molecular Weight | 142.22 |
| Solubility | Miscible with hydrocarbon solvents |
| Appearance | Liquid |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Diisobutylaluminium hydride (C8H19Al) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Liquid. It has a molecular weight of 142.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is bis(2-methylpropyl)alumane. Boiling point: 105 °C @ 0.2 mm Hg. Melting point: -80 °C (Freezing point).
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Diisobutylaluminium hydride is: C8H19Al