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Aluminum carbide

Also known as: Al4C3, aluminium carbide, tetraaluminium tricarbide, tetraaluminum tricarbide, ALUMINUM CARBIDE

Aluminum carbide (CAS 1299-86-1) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3Al4 and a molecular weight of 143.96100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 2100ºC, a boiling point of 2200℃(estimate) and a density of 2.36. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H261, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
1299-86-1
Jingsj CID
J-1325054-9
Molecular Formula
C3Al4
Molecular Weight
143.96100 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point2100ºC
Boiling Point2200℃(estimate)
Density2.36
Exact Mass149.97300
LogP0.40010

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H261
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Aluminum carbide?

The CAS number of Aluminum carbide is 1299-86-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Aluminum carbide?

Aluminum carbide has molecular formula C3Al4 and molecular weight 143.96100 g/mol.

Is Aluminum carbide hazardous?

Aluminum carbide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H261; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Aluminum carbide?

For Aluminum carbide, Upstream Products: Carbon, Trimethylaluminium, Triethylaluminum; Downstream Products: Aluminum fluoride, Carbon, Calcium carbide.

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