Aluminum sulfate

Catalog Number	ACM10043013-1
CAS	10043-01-3
Structure
Synonyms	Sulfuricacid,aluminumsalt
IUPAC Name	Dialuminum;trisulfate
Molecular Weight	342.2
Molecular Formula	Al2O12S3
Canonical SMILES	[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Al+3].[Al+3]
InChI	InChI=1S/2Al.3H₂O4S/c;31-5(2,3)4/h;3(H2,1,2,3,4)/q2*+3;/p-6
InChI Key	DIZPMCHEQGEION-UHFFFAOYSA-H
Boiling Point	759.71 °C
Melting Point	770 °C
Purity	99%+
Density	2.71 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Soluble in cold water, freely soluble in hot water, practically insoluble in ethanol
Appearance	White powder and/or chunks
Application	Aluminum sulfate, a versatile white powder often dissolved in water, serves various purposes across multiple industries. As a crucial component in water purification, it helps clarify and purify drinking water, ensuring safety and cleanliness. In the paper industry, it plays a key role in pH control, while also being used in sizing paper and as a mordant in fabric dyeing, enhancing the quality and durability of materials. Beyond its applications in textiles and water treatment, aluminum sulfate acts as a fireproofing agent for cloth, a deodorizer and decolorizer in petroleum refining, a catalyst in ethane production, and even aids in the tanning of white leather. Its diverse uses extend to waterproofing concrete, clarifying fats and oils, and serving as a sewage precipitating agent. As a versatile additive, aluminum sulfate's impact spans from enhancing industrial processes to contributing to sustainable practices across various sectors.
Complexity	62.2
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count	5
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count	0
EC Number	233-135-0
Exact Mass	341.818266
Heavy Atom Count	17
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	12
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Monoisotopic Mass	341.818266
Odor	Odorless
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Topological Polar Surface Area	266 Å²
UN Number	3077

Q&A

What is the PubChem CID of Aluminum sulfate?

PubChem CID 24850.

What is the molecular formula of Aluminum sulfate?

The molecular formula is Al2O12S3.

What are some synonyms for Aluminum sulfate?

Some synonyms include ALUMINUM SULFATE 10043-01-3, Dialuminum trisulfate, Dialuminum sulfate, Aluminum sulfate anhydrous.

What is the molecular weight of Aluminum sulfate?

The molecular weight is 342.2 g/mol.

What are the component compounds of Aluminum sulfate?

The component compounds are CID 1118 (Sulfuric Acid) and CID 5359268 (Aluminum).

What is the IUPAC Name of Aluminum sulfate?

The IUPAC Name is dialuminum;trisulfate.

What is the InChIKey of Aluminum sulfate?

The InChIKey is DIZPMCHEQGEION-UHFFFAOYSA-H.

What is the canonical SMILES of Aluminum sulfate?

The canonical SMILES is [O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Al+3].[Al+3].

What is the CAS number of Aluminum sulfate?

The CAS number is 10043-01-3.

What is the ChEMBL ID of Aluminum sulfate?

The ChEMBL ID is CHEMBL3833402.

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