Aluminum sulfate 17%│ Al2(SO4)3)

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Additional information

HS Code	28332200
Deliver Terms	FCA, FOB, CIF, CFR, CPT Based on customer’s inquiry
Min Order	25 MT / 1 × 20 ft FCL
Packaging	25 KG bags in Jumbo Bag 1MT
Origin	Iran

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Description

The aluminum sulfate produced by this company is supplied with a purity of 17% and in different granularities.

This material is one of the important compounds of aluminum, which has high coagulation and water absorption power and shows high efficiency in the complete removal of compounds. Aluminum sulfate as a coagulant is stable in air and completely soluble in water. Also, this material is used in various industries such as: paper making, textile, agriculture, pharmaceutical, leather, cosmetics, food, steel, etc.

However, it is important to handle aluminum sulfate with caution, as it can cause skin irritation and eye damage. Proper protective equipment and caution should be exercised when handling this chemical.

Usage:

pharmaceutical industry
Cosmetic industry
Fire Extinguisher
Food industry
Leather tanning
Paper making
Medical uses
Water treatment

Applications

Uses of Aluminum Sulfate 17% in Industry:

Water Treatment: Aluminum sulfate is widely used as a coagulant in the treatment of drinking water, wastewater, and industrial effluent. It helps to remove impurities, such as suspended solids, organic matter, and heavy metals, making the water safer for human consumption and the environment.
Papermaking: Aluminum sulfate is used in the papermaking industry to improve the brightness and quality of the paper. It is also used as a size press chemical, helping to increase the strength of the paper.
Textile Industry: Aluminum sulfate is used as a mordant in the textile industry to help dyes adhere to fabric fibers. This improves the colorfastness and durability of the dyed fabric.
Firefighting: Aluminum sulfate is used as a firefighting agent for extinguishing class A fires, which are fires involving ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth.
Agriculture: Aluminum sulfate is used in agriculture as a soil conditioner and to adjust the pH levels of soil. It is also used as a pesticide to control various types of moss and algae.

Safety tips

Toxicology Information

Acute Toxicity Estimate: The acute oral LD50 is greater than 5,000 mg/kg.

Chronic Toxicity Estimate: The acute oral LD50 is greater than 5,000 mg/kg.

Symptoms of Overexposure: May cause skin and eye irritation. If inhaled, may cause headaches, nausea, and respiratory irritations.

Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.

Other Possible Health Hazards: The common recognized injury from aluminum sulfate is local tissue irritation. The irritating action is often from hydrolysis to form sulfuric acid and may occur from ingestion, skin or eye contact, or inhalation of dusts and mists. Remove victim from contaminated area.

Routes of Entry: Ingestion, skin or eye contact, or inhalation of dusts and mists.

SKIN / EYES: May cause corneal burns or severe irritation in eyes. Fumes or mists may cause irritation or burns to skin.

INGESTION: Oral and gastrointestinal irritation. Local tissue damage. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and gastrointestinal bleeding may follow. Can be fatal if swallowed in sufficient quantities.

INHALATION: Irritation of the respiratory system. Long term exposure may cause bronchial irritation, coughing, and bronchial pneumonia. Medical conditions generally aggravated are acute and chronic respiratory diseases.