CAS 7446-70-0
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya
CAS 7446-70-0AlCl3133.34 g/mol
Aluminium Chloride, also known as Trichloroalumane (CAS 7446-70-0), is an important chemical widely used in various applications, particularly in water treatment and as a catalyst in chemical reactions. Its soluble form enables its use in organic synthesis and metal treatment processes. This product is characterized by its granular physical form and is supplied in a 25 kg pack.
Main applicationWater treatment — facilitates coagulation and flocculation processes.
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous is significant in multiple industries for its versatile application as a catalyst and treatment agent. Its role in water treatment processes helps ensure safe and clean water supply, while its use in chemical synthesis drives innovation in pharmaceutical and industrial operations, making it a valuable product to stock.
Also known as
- Aluminium Chloride
- Aluminum trichloride
- Trichloroalumane
- Aluminum chloride anhydrous
- Pearsall
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Supplied in 25 kg bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 7446-70-0
- Chemical formula
- AlCl3
- Molecular weight
- 133.34 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White granular solids
- Density
- 2.44 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- -30 °F °F
- Boiling Point
- 230 °F °F
- Solubility
- Water reactive
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous (AlCl3) is a white, granular compound with a molecular weight of 133.34 g/mol. It exhibits reactive behavior with water, showcasing its utility in several industrial processes. The product's selection often hinges on its density, which is approximately 2.44 g/cm³. When ordering, it is important to specify the anhydrous form clearly, as hydrated variants exist. Its applications benefit from its solubility in various organic solvents like benzene and chloroform, making it a versatile choice for different chemical processes.
Delivery
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Water treatment — facilitates coagulation and flocculation processes.
- Chemical synthesis — acts as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic reactions.
- Metal processing — used for aluminum processing and recovery.
- Pharmaceuticals — involved in drug formulation and purification.
- Textile treatment — employed as a mordant in dyeing processes.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Promotes effective coagulation in water treatment, ensuring clearer water.
- Acts as an efficient catalyst, reducing reaction times in organic synthesis.
- Facilitates aluminum recovery, improving metal yield in processing.
- Enables precise drug formulation due to its purity and reactivity.
- Enhances dye absorption in textiles, delivering vibrant colors.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is 7446-70-0. Its chemical formula is AlCl3, with a molecular weight of 133.34 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya?
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is also referred to as Aluminium Chloride, Aluminum trichloride, Trichloroalumane, Aluminum chloride anhydrous and Pearsall. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is supplied?
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya look like?
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is described as white granular solids. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya used for?
Common applications include water treatment — facilitates coagulation and flocculation processes., chemical synthesis — acts as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic reactions., metal processing — used for aluminum processing and recovery., pharmaceuticals — involved in drug formulation and purification. and textile treatment — employed as a mordant in dyeing processes.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya?
Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya is supplied to the Water Treatment, Mining & Minerals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cleaning & Detergents and Textile & Leather Tanning sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya available in?
Supplied in 25 kg bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related to Aluminium Chloride Anhydrous in Kenya
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 24012pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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