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Bauxite

Also known as Porocel, Porocel O, Porocel SRC

CAS 1318-16-7Formula H2Al2O4Molar mass 119.98 g/molEC 603-521-7
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Bauxite chemical structure, H2Al2O4, CAS 1318-16-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
1318-16-7
Formula
H2Al2O4
Molar mass
119.98 g/mol
Physical form
Crystals
HS code
281820
Category
Oxides and peroxides
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What is Bauxite?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Bauxite is a chemical substance with the molecular formula H2Al2O4 and a molar mass of 119.98 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1318-16-7. The IUPAC name is oxo(oxoalumanyloxy)alumane, hydrate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
oxo(oxoalumanyloxy)alumane, hydrate
CAS number
1318-16-7 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
603-521-7
Molecular formula
H2Al2O4
InChIKey
XXHQVTGCFGYKNL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/2Al.H2O.3O/h;;1H2;;;
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
O.O=[Al]O[Al]=O

Synonyms

  • Porocel
  • Porocel O
  • Porocel SRC
  • Portalum A 25
  • Aluminum ores, bauxite
  • Bauxite (Al2O3.xH2O)
  • Fm interprop proppant
  • Hydroxides and oxides of Al and Fe
  • oxo(oxoalumanyloxy)alumane, hydrate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Crystalsexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
119.98 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
119.9584 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.89calc.
Topological polar surface area
74.87 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
2calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Bauxite price

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industrial uses: Filler, Binder, Other.

Consumer uses: Filler, Other.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

No regulatory list memberships are recorded for this substance yet. Always check the rules of the importing and exporting country before trade.

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Bauxite is traded under.

HS 2818.20Indicative HS code

Aluminium oxide, other than artificial corundum

World exports in 2024
$17.1B
+30.2% vs 2023, imports $15.1B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Australia40.1%
  2. Brazil19.7%
  3. Indonesia11.9%
Top importers
  1. Canada14.3%
  2. Bahrain * partner reported9.7%
  3. United Arab Emirates * partner reported8.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Bauxite is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Bauxite, based on the data on this page

What is Bauxite?

Bauxite is a chemical substance with the molecular formula H2Al2O4 and a molar mass of 119.98 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1318-16-7. The IUPAC name is oxo(oxoalumanyloxy)alumane, hydrate.

What is the CAS number of Bauxite?

The CAS registry number of Bauxite is 1318-16-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Bauxite?

The molecular formula of Bauxite is H2Al2O4 and its molar mass is 119.98 g/mol.

What is Bauxite used for?

Industrial uses: Filler, Binder, Other. Consumer uses: Filler, Other.

Is Bauxite hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Bauxite is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Bauxite?

Bauxite is usually classified under HS code 281820 (Aluminium oxide, other than artificial corundum). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Bauxite?

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What is the price of Bauxite?

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