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Aluminum Chloride
Aluminum Chloride (Product Code: SCI-603/262) is an analytical reagent grade aluminium chloride (AlCl3) used to show the reactions of aluminium ions, amphoteric hydroxides and salt hydrolysis in school and college chemistry laboratories. The 100 g pack comes with an MSDS; if your method depends on the anhydrous or hydrated form, confirm it with us when you enquire. It is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Chemical | Aluminium chloride, AlCl3 |
| Grade | Analytical reagent |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Documentation | MSDS supplied |
| Shelf life | Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted. |
| Product code | SCI-603/262 |
| Supplied by | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India |
What Is Aluminum Chloride Used For?
Adding sodium hydroxide dropwise to aluminium chloride solution gives a white gelatinous precipitate of aluminium hydroxide that dissolves again in excess alkali, the standard demonstration of an amphoteric hydroxide. With ammonia the precipitate forms but does not redissolve, which helps separate aluminium from zinc in salt analysis. The solution is noticeably acidic because hydrated aluminium ions hydrolyse, turning blue litmus red.
Organic chemistry courses know the anhydrous salt as the Lewis acid catalyst for Friedel–Crafts reactions, a use that needs the anhydrous form kept completely dry, so state that requirement when ordering. Anhydrous aluminium chloride reacts vigorously with water and fumes hydrogen chloride in moist air, and its solutions are corrosive, so work in a fume cupboard with gloves and goggles.
Supplier
Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, which trades as ScienceLab from Ambala, supplies Aluminum Chloride to institutions running inorganic and organic chemistry practicals, and to the dealers who serve them. Because aluminium chloride exists in more than one form, you can ask us to confirm the form of the quoted batch before placing an order. See the ScienceLab profile for more about the company.
Related Laboratory Equipment
Reagents for aluminium ion, amphoteric and hydrolysis experiments:
- Sodium Hydroxide — precipitates aluminium hydroxide and redissolves it in excess.
- Ammonium Hydroxide — precipitates aluminium hydroxide without redissolving it.
- Aluminum Sulfate — another aluminium salt, used in water-clarification demonstrations.
- Aluminum (Powder) — the metal, for comparing element and salt reactions.
- Aluminium Chloride — a separate listing in the Chemistry Lab range.
Further reagents and apparatus are in Laboratory Equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aluminum Chloride the same as aluminium chloride?
Yes. Aluminum Chloride is the American spelling of aluminium chloride, AlCl3. ScienceLab lists it under code SCI-603/262 as a 100 g pack of analytical reagent supplied with an MSDS.
Is Aluminum Chloride SCI-603/262 anhydrous or hydrated?
The Aluminum Chloride SCI-603/262 listing specifies analytical reagent grade and a 100 g pack but not the hydration form. If you need the anhydrous salt, for example as a Friedel–Crafts catalyst, confirm this through the contact page before ordering.
How does Aluminum Chloride demonstrate amphoteric behaviour?
Sodium hydroxide added to Aluminum Chloride solution first forms white gelatinous aluminium hydroxide, which dissolves in excess alkali to give aluminate. Because the hydroxide reacts with both acids and bases, it is a classic amphoteric example.
Why is Aluminum Chloride solution acidic?
Aluminum Chloride solution is acidic because hydrated aluminium ions hydrolyse and release hydrogen ions. A few drops on blue litmus paper turn it red, making the salt useful for teaching hydrolysis of salts formed from a weak base and a strong acid.
What precautions apply to Aluminum Chloride?
Aluminum Chloride is corrosive, and the anhydrous form reacts vigorously with water, releasing hydrogen chloride fumes. Handle it in a fume cupboard with gloves and goggles and keep it sealed. Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted.
Who supplies Aluminum Chloride SCI-603/262?
Aluminum Chloride SCI-603/262 is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, Haryana, to schools, colleges, dealers and importers across India and international markets.
Request a Quote
Quote requests for Aluminum Chloride can be sent through the contact page; mention whether you need the anhydrous form. You can also add it to the enquiry cart with the alkalis and indicators listed above.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
