Description

Aluminum Tartrate is an organometallic salt formed from aluminum and tartaric acid, known for its role as a cross-linking and stabilizing agent. This compound is valued for its ability to modify rheological properties and enhance the performance of materials in demanding industrial processes. It is primarily utilized in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, and specialty chemical manufacturing where precise control over product formulation is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a cross-linking agent in controlled-release drug formulations and as a stabilizer in certain medicinal preparations.
• Textile Industry: Serves as a mordant in dyeing processes to improve color fastness and fabric quality.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as an astringent and stabilizer in deodorants, antiperspirants, and skin care products.
• Catalysis & Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Employed as a cross-linking additive to enhance the durability and thermal stability of polymer-based systems.
• Water Treatment: Utilized in specific coagulation and flocculation processes for industrial wastewater treatment.
• Leather Tanning: Applied as a tanning agent to improve the quality and texture of leather.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in academic and industrial R&D for material science and chemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminum Tartrate
CAS No.	815-78-1
Molecular Formula	C6H6Al2O12 or Al2(C4H4O6)3
Molecular Weight	408.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminium tartrate; Aluminum(III) tartrate; Tartaric acid, aluminum salt; Dibasic aluminum tartrate; Aluminium tartrate trihydrate; Aluminum tartrate hydrate; EINECS 212-419-1; INS 523
EINECS	212-419-1

Quality Control

Our Aluminum Tartrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with relevant industry standards. Each lot is tested against comprehensive specifications, including identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Al2O3 basis)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.0
Solubility	Sparingly soluble in water

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