10043-01-3 | Aluminum(III) sulfate

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
25g	98%	in stock	$42.00	$30.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AA02361
• Chemical Name: Aluminum(III) sulfate
• CAS Number: 10043-01-3
• Molecular Formula: Al2O12S3
• Molecular Weight: 342.1509
• MDL Number: MFCD00149136
• SMILES: [O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Al+3].[Al+3]

Upstream Synthesis Route

Aluminum(III) sulfate is a versatile compound commonly employed in chemical synthesis processes. Its ability to act as a catalyst or reagent in various reactions makes it an essential component in the production of a wide range of chemical compounds. In organic synthesis, aluminum(III) sulfate is frequently used in esterification and dehydration reactions. The Lewis acidic nature of aluminum(III) ions enables them to facilitate the conversion of carboxylic acids to esters through the Fischer esterification process. Additionally, aluminum(III) sulfate can promote the dehydration of alcohols to form alkenes, a crucial step in the synthesis of many organic compounds. This compound's efficacy in promoting these reactions makes it a valuable tool in the hands of chemists and researchers seeking to develop novel chemicals and materials.