Alum Powder

Alum Powder typically refers to Potassium Aluminum Sulfate dodecahydrate, a white crystalline powder. It acts as a coagulant and astringent. Widely used in various sectors due to its acidity and reactivity.

CAS Number :

7784-24-9

HS Code :

28333010

Form :

Powder

Chemical Formula :

KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O

Molecular Weight :

474.39

Challenges Faced By Importers to Source this Chemical :

Dust hazard, moisture sensitivity, requires anti-caking agent

Solutions provided by Horizon Scientific :

Supplies food-grade and industrial-grade; includes mesh size customisation and ensures free-flowing powder via anti-caking packaging.

Water Treatment: Flocculant to purify drinking and wastewater; Cosmetics: Used in aftershaves, deodorants for skin tightening and antiseptic effect; Food Industry: As a firming agent in pickling (E522); Textile Industry: As a mordant in dyeing processes; Leather Industry: Used in tanning hides.

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