Aluminum acetate, basic hydrate is used in medicine as an astringent and an antiseptic. It is also used as a mordant in dyeing, waterproofing and fireproofing agent. Further, it acts as a disinfectant in embalming and a dusting powder. In addition to this, it is used in antiperspirants.
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Applications
Aluminum acetate, basic hydrate is used in medicine as an astringent and an antiseptic. It is also used as a mordant in dyeing, waterproofing and fireproofing agent. Further, it acts as a disinfectant in embalming and a dusting powder. In addition to this, it is used in antiperspirants.
Solubility
Insoluble in water
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
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- Shin, H. U.; Stefaniak, A. B.; Stojilovic, N.; Chase, G. G. Comparative dissolution of electrospun Al2O3 nanofibres in artificial human lung fluids. Environ. Sci.: Nano 2015, 2 (3), 251-261.