Water Treatment Coagulant Aluminium Potassium Sulphateluminium Potassium Sulphate

Aluminium Potassium Sulphate, also known as potassium alum or alum, is a chemical compound commonly used in water treatment, antiperspirants, pickling, and tanning processes.

• Product name: Aluminium Potassium Sulphate
• CAS Number: 7784-24-9
• EINECS NO.:233-141-3.
• HS.Code: 2833.29.
• Molecular Formula: KAl(SO4)2·12H2O.
• Purity (%): 97.6%
• Appearance: Colorless or white crystals or powder
• Shape: Cubic or octahedral
• Packing: Bags, drums, or bulk containers
• Aluminium Potassium Sulphate Uses

  1. Water Treatment: Employed as a coagulant in water treatment, enhancing water quality by eliminating impurities, particles, and organics.

  2. Antiperspirants: A vital component in natural or crystal antiperspirants, it temporarily obstructs sweat glands, diminishing sweat production.

  3. Pickling and Preserving: Applied in pickling, it upholds fruit and vegetable quality by sustaining texture and preventing color alteration.

  4. Tanning and Leather Treatment: Valued in tanning, it enhances hide and skin quality, durability, and aesthetics.

  5. Fire Retardant: It doubles as a fire retardant, heightening materials’ fire resistance.

  6. Medicinal Uses: Traditionally, it acts as an astringent, aiding minor injuries, burns, insect bites, and mouth sores.