Aluminum diacetate hydroxide

1. Names and Identifiers

1.2 Synonyms: ALUMINIUM ACETATE, BASIC; ALUMINIUM ACETATE, SOLUBLE; ALUMINUM ACETATE, BASIC; ALUMINUM DIACETATE MONOBASIC; ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE ACETATE; ALUMINUM SUBACETATE; ALUMINUM SUBACETATE BASIC;

1.7 Inchi: InChI=1S/2C2H4O2.Al.H2O/c2*1-2(3)4;;/h2*1H3,(H,3,4);;1H2/q;;+3;/p-3

2. Properties

3. Use and Manufacturing

3.1 Description: Aluminum diacetate hydroxide (CAS 142-03-0) is a chemical compound that appears as a white crystalline powder. Its basic structure consists of aluminum cations (Al3+), acetate anions (CH3COO-), and hydroxide anions (OH-). This compound is sparingly soluble in water, meaning it has limited solubility. It also exhibits physical properties such as a melting point of approximately 200°C and a density of 2.42 g/cm3.

Applicable Fields
Pharmaceutical Industry: Aluminum diacetate hydroxide is used in the pharmaceutical industry as an astringent and antiseptic. Its mechanism of action involves forming a protective layer on the skin or mucous membranes, which helps reduce inflammation and promote healing.

Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place.

4. MSDS

Not classified.

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5.Other Information

Uses: manufacture of color lakes; mordant in dyeing; in waterproofing and fireproofing fabrics (solns for these purposes are known as red liquor or mordant rouge because they were originally used for preparing red color lakes); in antiperspirant formulations; as disinfectant by embalmers. Dusting powder.

Uses: Aluminum acetate, basic hydrate is used in medicine as an astringent and an antiseptic. It is also used as a mordant in dyeing, waterproofing and fireproofing agent. Further, it acts as a disinfectant in embalming and a dusting powder. In addition to this, it is used in antiperspirants.