Aluminium Powder Fine CP

Fine aluminium powder CP is supplied for industrial coatings metallurgical and manufacturing applications.

Aluminium Powder Fine CP (Chemically Pure) is a highly reactive, odourless silver-grey powder (CAS 7429-90-5) primarily used in laboratory, industrial, and pyrotechnic applications. It acts as a reducing agent in metal oxide reactions and is highly flammable, creating explosive mixtures with air. Proper handling requires avoiding ignition sources, moisture, and using appropriate PPE.

Key Properties and Characteristics

- Appearance: Fine silver-grey powder.
- Formula & UN Number: Al, UN 1396 (Class 4.3, Flammable Solid/Dangerous when wet).
- Reactivity: Reacts with acids, bases, halogens, and water.
- Particle Size: Fine (often specified for high surface area/increased reactivity).

Common Applications

- Pyrotechnics: Used as a fuel component for sparks and propellants.
- Metallurgy: Acts as a reducing agent in thermite reactions and metal oxide reductions.
- Industry: Additive in coatings and composites.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Hazards: Highly flammable, risk of dust explosion.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, water, and humid air.
PPE: Requires safety goggles, gloves, lab coat, and dust mask.
First Aid: If inhaled, move to fresh air. Flush eyes with water and wash skin with soap and water.