Aluminum Chloride, Hexahydrate, Reagent Grade, LabChem™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7784-13-6
• Molecular Formula: AlCl3H12O6
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 241.42
• MDL Number: MFCD00149134
• InChI Key: JGDITNMASUZKPW-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• IUPAC Name: aluminium(3+) hexahydrate trichloride
• SMILES: O.O.O.O.O.O.[Al+3].[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-]

• Boiling Point: 182°C
• Melting Point: 100°C
• Color: White
• CAS Max %: 100
• Physical Form: Crystals
• Quantity: 500 g
• Linear Formula: AlCl₃·6H₂O
• UN Number: UN1726
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 241.43
• Grade: Reagent
• Identification: Passes Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Specific Gravity: 2.398
• Decomposition Information: Fume; Hydrogen chloride
• Density: 2.398g/cm³
• Chemical Name or Material: Aluminum Chloride, Hexahydrate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Warning
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement Causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Avoid breathing dust, fume. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves, eye protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature