Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate 500g Merck

Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate 500g by Merck (EMSURE / Extra Pure Grade) is a premium-quality laboratory chemical designed for high-accuracy research and analytical procedures. With excellent solubility and superior stability, this reagent supports a wide range of scientific applications, including organic synthesis, water treatment studies, catalyst development, textile processing experiments, and inorganic qualitative analysis.

Because Merck maintains strict quality control, researchers rely on this compound for consistent, reproducible results, even in advanced laboratory environments.

Key Features

• Extra Pure Quality – Delivers dependable performance in both routine and advanced laboratory workflows.
• High Solubility – Dissolves effectively in water, alcohol, and acidic solutions.
• Reliable Composition – Contains high-purity Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate (AlCl₃·6H₂O) with excellent batch consistency.
• International-Grade Reagent – Manufactured under Merck’s strict ISO-certified standards.
• Secure Packaging – Supplied in a durable, sealed 500g laboratory container for safe storage and handling.
• Versatile Research Use – Suitable for chemical analysis, complex formation studies, catalyst research, and industrial chemistry experiments.

Applications

Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate is widely used in:

• Organic synthesis & catalyst preparation
• Preparation of dyeing mordants in textile chemistry
• Water treatment and coagulation studies
• Analytical chemistry procedures
• Metal finishing and coating research
• Formula testing & academic experiments

Furthermore, it serves as a key reagent for Friedel–Crafts alkylation and acylation processes when converted to the anhydrous form.

⭐ Why Buy It?

You should choose Merck Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate because:

• ✔ It provides high purity, which ensures stable and precise outcomes.
• ✔ Merck is a globally trusted manufacturer, giving you confidence in every batch.
• ✔ The reagent supports multiple scientific disciplines, making it extremely versatile.
• ✔ Its consistent quality enhances reproducibility across experiments.
• ✔ The 500g pack offers excellent value for research labs with regular chemical usage.

If you require a dependable aluminium chloride reagent, Merck’s Extra Pure grade is one of the most reliable options available.

Technical Specifications

• Product Name: Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate
• Chemical Formula: AlCl₃·6H₂O
• Purity: Extra Pure
• Quantity: 500g
• Manufacturer: Merck KGaA, Germany
• Grade: Laboratory / Analytical Grade

Storage & Handling

• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space
• Keep away from strong bases and oxidisers
• Use appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, lab coat)
• Avoid moisture exposure to maintain reagent integrity

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Aluminium Chloride Hexahydrate used for?

It is used in analytical chemistry, catalyst production, organic reactions, water treatment studies, and textile processing.

2. Is this product suitable for industrial applications?

Yes. Although intended for laboratory use, many industries use it for coagulation studies and chemical processing.

3. What is the difference between hexahydrate and anhydrous aluminium chloride?

The hexahydrate form contains crystallisation water and is used mainly in research and general chemistry. The anhydrous form is essential for Friedel–Crafts reactions.

4. How should this reagent be stored?

Store it in a dry, tightly sealed container, as it is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture easily.

5. Does it require special handling?

Standard laboratory precautions are sufficient, but you should avoid inhalation and skin contact.