Triisobutylaluminum Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Triisobutylaluminum (C12H27Al). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Triisobutylaluminum

Triisobutylaluminium is an organoaluminium compound with the formula Al(CH₂CH(CH₃)₂)₃. This colorless pyrophoric liquid is mainly used to make linear primary alcohols and α-olefins.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Flammable liquids Category 2
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
4 °C / 39 °F
Storage temperature
Decomposes at temperatures >140°C
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Incompatible Materials Acids, Strong oxidizing agents, Alcohols, oxygen, Bases

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS), Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Neurological effects, Eyes, Ears. Aspiration Toxicity Category 1

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Triisobutylaluminum

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Triisobutylaluminum (C12H27Al). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Suitable Extinguishing Media Dry chemical. Dry sand. CO 2, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Triisobutylaluminum should account for its listed hazards (Flammable liquids Category 2), climate control needs (Decomposes at temperatures >140°C), and segregation requirements. Incompatible Materials Acids, Strong oxidizing agents, Alcohols, oxygen, Bases

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Melting point/freezing point 41735ºC Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range 68-69°C

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Triisobutylaluminum

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Triisobutylaluminum be stored?

Store Triisobutylaluminum in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Flammable liquids Category 2). Climate range guidance: Decomposes at temperatures >140°C. Compatibility notes: Incompatible Materials Acids, Strong oxidizing agents, Alcohols, oxygen, Bases US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Triisobutylaluminum flammable?

Yes — Triisobutylaluminum is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: 4 °C / 39 °F. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Triisobutylaluminum?

Triisobutylaluminum is listed as: Flammable liquids Category 2. Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS), Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Neurological effects, Eyes, Ears. Aspiration Toxicity Category 1

What fire suppression is recommended for Triisobutylaluminum?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Triisobutylaluminum (C12H27Al). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Triisobutylaluminum storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Triisobutylaluminum. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.