Titanium tetrachloride
Properties:
Appearance and Properties:Transparent light yellow liquid
Density:1.726
Boiling point:135-136ºC
Melting point:-25ºC
Flash Point:8ºC
Refractive index:1.61
Stable:Reacts with water. Incompatible with moisture, ammonia, amines, alcohols, potassium and other chemically active metals.
Titanium tetrachloride is a liquid that is colorless or slightly yellow at room temperature.
Titanium tetrachloride reacts thermally when dissolved in water and hydrolyzes rapidly to form hydrogen chloride gas and titanium hydroxide.
It is soluble in many organic solvents such as ether and benzene.
Uses:
Titanium tetrachloride is widely used in industry. It is an important raw material for the synthesis of titanium metals and titanium alloys.
It is also an important intermediate in the preparation of other titanium compounds, such as titanium dioxide and titanate.
Titanium tetrachloride is also used in the preparation of catalysts, chemical reagents and the production of dyes.
Preparation method:
Titanium tetrachloride can be prepared by reacting titanium with chlorine gas. The reaction formula is as follows: Ti + 2Cl2 → TiCl4.
The reaction to prepare titanium tetrachloride needs to be carried out at high temperatures and requires appropriate reaction equipment and safety measures.
Safety Information:
Titanium tetrachloride is an irritating compound that can cause burning sensation and pain on contact with skin and eyes.
It is also a strong oxidizing agent that reacts with many hydrides and emits hydrogen chloride gas and requires careful handling.
When handling titanium tetrachloride, wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as protective eyewear, gloves, and clothing, and ensure that the operating area is well ventilated.
When storing titanium tetrachloride, keep it in sealed containers away from sources of ignition and flammable materials.