Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate 98%

Aluminum chloride hexahydrate 98% is a chemical compound with a variety of applications. Here's a breakdown of its key properties:

Chemical formula: AlCl3·6H2O

Appearance: White or slightly yellow, crystalline powder or colorless crystals [4]

Purity: 98% Aluminum chloride hexahydrate, with 2% being other unspecified components

Solubility: Very soluble in water, freely soluble in ethanol (alcohol), soluble in glycerol [4]

Applications:

• Antiperspirant: Aluminum chloride hexahydrate is a common ingredient in antiperspirants. It works by forming a plug in the sweat ducts, reducing sweating [5]. This is the most common use for the hexahydrate form.
• Lewis acid: Aluminum chloride hexahydrate is a Lewis acid, meaning it can accept an electron pair from another molecule. This property makes it a valuable catalyst in many organic synthesis reactions [2].

Safety:

Aluminum chloride hexahydrate is generally considered safe for topical use in antiperspirants. However, it can cause skin irritation and eye irritation. It's important to follow the instructions on the product label and avoid contact with eyes [4].

Additional notes:

• The anhydrous form (without the water molecules) of aluminum chloride is also used, but primarily as a catalyst in industrial processes [1].
• Aluminum chloride hexahydrate is available in various grades, including the 98% described here. Higher purity grades may be used in specific laboratory applications.