Description

Aluminium Dichloride Hydroxide is an inorganic coordination compound with the molecular formula AlCl2(OH). This versatile aluminum-based chemical is valued for its unique reactivity and serves as a crucial intermediate and catalyst in various industrial synthesis processes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries for its specific Lewis acidic properties and role in facilitating complex reactions.

Application

• As a catalyst or co-catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly for Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
• As a key intermediate in the production of other aluminum compounds and specialty chemicals.
• In the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs) where specific aluminum-mediated steps are required.
• For research and development in material science, particularly in the development of novel inorganic polymers and ceramics.
• As a flame retardant synergist in certain polymer formulations.
• In water treatment processes as a coagulant aid or for specific ion removal, though less common than other aluminum salts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminium Dichloride Hydroxide
CAS No.	14215-15-7
Molecular Formula	AlCl2(OH)
Molecular Weight	114.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminum Chloride Hydroxide; Basic Aluminum Chloride; Aluminum Hydroxychloride; Chlorohydroxoaluminum; Aluminium Chloride Basic; PAC (Polyaluminum Chloride) precursor; Aluminum Oxychloride; Al2(OH)3Cl3 (a related polymeric form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Aluminium Dichloride Hydroxide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with agreed-upon specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles, is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and CO2, which can lead to decomposition or caking. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as AlCl2(OH))	≥ 95.0%
Aluminum (Al) Content	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl) Content	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.