Crystalline aluminum, also known as hexahydrate aluminum, is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula AlCl3·6H2O. This substance is a white crystalline powder that dissolves in water but not in organic solvents. It has a melting point of 63.5°C and a boiling point of 181°C. Crystalline aluminum finds extensive applications in various fields. In the paper industry, it serves as a sizing agent to enhance the quality and strength of paper. In the fire industry, it is used in combination with baking soda and foaming agents to create multi-foam fire extinguishers for extinguishing fires caused by oil, organic materials, and more. In the inorganic industry, it is employed in the production of other aluminum salts such as alum, potassium alum, and ammonium alum. In the organic industry, it can act as a catalyst for organic synthesis, such as in the production of blue synthetic dyes. In the pharmaceutical industry, it can be used as astringents, anticaries agents, anticoagulants, antiperspirants, and hemostatic agents. Additionally, in the oil industry, crystalline aluminum can be used as a stabilizer for drilling mud in oil well drilling and for treating oily wastewater. Please note that crystalline aluminum is irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes, and inhalation can cause coughing and respiratory irritation. During production and use, it is essential to follow relevant safety operating procedures to ensure good ventilation in the work environment, wear protective gear, and avoid direct contact. In case of accidental contact, rinse immediately with clean water and seek medical assistance.
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