Aluminium chloride

Aluminium chloride

Aluminum chloride; Aluminum trichloride; trichloroalumane

CAS 7446-70-0

Chemical Formula AlCl3

Molecular Weight 133.34 g/mol

Aluminium chloride, or AlCl3, is a white solid, also known as aluminum trichloride or aluminum (III) chloride. It is a strong Lewis acid and a crucial industrial catalyst, especially in the production of aluminum metal and in various chemical processes.

Industrial Uses

1. Performance Chemicals

  • Catalyst: is used, primarily as a Lewis acid catalyst. It plays a crucial role in various reactions, especially in organic chemistry, where it facilitates processes like Friedel-Crafts acylation and alkylation. 
  • Intermediate: AlCl3 is also used in the production of various compounds, including ethylbenzene, titanium dioxide, and isopropyl benzene.

2. Pharmaceuticals 

  • Catalyst: Is used in the pharmaceutical industry for various purposes, including as a catalyst, in antiperspirants, and as an antihemorrhagic agent. It's also used in the production of certain bulk drugs, such as Ibuprofen.

3. Agrochemicals 

  • Catalyst: Is used primarily as a catalyst in the synthesis of various agrochemicals, including pesticides and herbicides. It is also used as a solvent and excipient in some formulations.

4. Energy

  • Catalyst: Acts as a catalyst in various processes, such as alkylation and cracking, which are used to produce gasoline and other fuels. It is also used to destabilize oil-water emulsions in refining, aiding in separation. 

5. Fabric Solutions

  • Mordant: Is used in fabric dyes, primarily as a mordant to help dyes adhere to the fabric and improve colorfastness. 
  • Catalyst: It also acts as a catalyst in the production of some dyes and helps evenly distribute the dye. 

6. Water Treatment 

  • Coagulant: It is used primarily as a coagulant to remove suspended particles and other impurities from water. It's a common and effective chemical used in both municipal and industrial water treatment processes. 

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance White to yellow crystalline powder
Odor Pungent, irritation odor
Boiling Point 180°C
Melting Point 192.6°C
Density 2.44 g/cm3
Solubility Reacts violently with water; soluble in ethanol, chloroform, and ethers
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not determined

Hazard Symbols

Corrosives
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Aluminium chloride? 
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