Aluminium Sulphate is often used as a mordant in histological staining procedures. It is a chemical compound with the formula Al2(SO4)3. It is soluble in water and is mainly used as a flocculating agent in the purification of drinking water and waste water treatment plants, and also in paper manufacturing.

This product is supplied in Kibble (small rocks) form

Water purification
Reducing pH of garden soil
Antiperspirants
Baking powder
Waterproofing agent
Styptic pencils
Effective as a molluscicide

Minimum Assay: <15-20%
Molecular Formula: Al2(SO2)3.18H2O
Molecular Weight: 666.42
Solubility in Water (% weight): Soluble in water
Melting point: 86 C
Chloride (Cl): <0.001%
Heavy metals (as Pb): <0.0011%
Ammonium (NH4): <0.002%
Arsenic (As): <0.001%
Calcium (Ca): <0.0006%
Iron (Fe): <0.0022%
Potassium (K): <0.00032%

Hazard Phrases: May be corrosive to metals. Causes serious eye damage.

Prec Phrases: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.



Cas No: 10043-01-3
Einecs No: 233-135-0
UN3260