Product name :  Aluminum Chlorohydrate

CAS number : 1327-41-9

Formula : Al₂Cl(OH)₅

Mol. mass : 174.45

Characteristics and Application :

Aluminum Chlorohydrate Solution (ACH) is a highly concentrated solution of polyaluminum hydroxychloride. It is characterized by having the highest aluminum concentration (23% Al2O3) of any commercially available aluminum based solution. The basicity of ACH at 83% is also the highest available for any polyaluminum based solution. Basicity refers to the degree of acid neutralization and also represents a measure of how highly polymerized the aluminum in ACH is.

The highly polymerized aluminum species in ACH have much higher cationic charges than the aluminum in standard salts such as alum or aluminum chloride, and even other polyaluminum products. Therefore, ACH can offer both a higher level of performance and lower overall dosages. The high degree of acid neutralization (basicity) also means that the effect on pH when applying ACH will be negligible. ACH also effectively coagulates over a broader pH range (as high as 9.5) versus traditional metal salts and lower basicity Pacl.

Aluminum chlorohydrate is an astringent that is used as a topical antiperspirant or body deodorant. Although it's the least irritating of the aluminum salts, it can still result in allergic reactions. But here's where it gets stickier: Aluminum also happens to be a neurotoxin that alters the function of the blood-brain barrier, linking it to Alzheimer's disease and cancer. We don't have any conclusive proof, however, that antiperspirants actually increase your risk of getting Alzheimer's.

Still, some research suggests that aluminum-based compounds, which are applied frequently and left on the skin near the breast, may be absorbed by the skin and result in estrogen-like behavior. Because the hormone has been known to promote the growth of breast-cancer cells, some researchers have suggested that aluminum-based compounds in antiperspirants could contribute to the development of breast cancer. Other doctors, on the other hand, think that the antiperspirant-cancer link is a lot of bunk.

Uses :

ALUMINUM CHLOROHYDRATE has reported used in the following product types: antiperspirant/deodorant ; antiperspirant/deodorant (men's) ; oil controller; mask ; facial cleanser ; anti-aging; facial moisturizer/treatment ; personal care ; creams, wipes & tablets.

Storage and Handling :

Storage tanks and piping for Aluminum Chlorohydrate Solutions should be constructed of materials recommended for corrosive products. FRP, PVC, HDPE and/or rubber are the materials of choice for piping and storage tanks.