The nature and use of refined aluminum chloride
February 05, 2022
Anhydrous aluminum trichloride (abbreviated to pure aluminum chloride) Molecular formula: AlCl3 Molecular weight: 135.35 Molecular structure: Hexagonal discoid crystal.
The main physical and chemical properties: This product is light yellow or micro-band light gray powder or particles, relatively strong hygroscopicity. Chlorides are easily formed when reacted with 1+ halides. They can also be combined with nitrogen oxides and many organic compounds. All of these products are easily decomposed.
Uses: This product is an important catalyst for petrochemical, organic synthesis, in particular, is widely used as a catalyst for the Futefontein, Kleinfurt reaction. Mainly used in the synthesis of drugs, dyes, rubber, detergents, plastics, spices and other aspects.
