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Potassium Alum, FCC
Potassium Alum, FCC, also known as potash alum or potassium aluminum sulfate, is a versatile chemical compound with the formula KAl(SO4)₂·12H₂O. Widely recognized for its multifunctional properties, it is used across various industries including water purification, leather tanning, textile dyeing, fireproofing, and food preparation as an ingredient in baking powder. This compound is also popular in cosmetic applications as a natural deodorant, aftershave treatment, and a styptic to stop minor bleeding from shaving. Additionally, its crystallization properties make it a valuable component in crystal growth experiments. Potassium alum crystallizes in regular octahedra with flattened corners, providing unique structural characteristics.
Key Features
- Essential in water purification processes
- Used in leather tanning and textile dyeing
- Functions as a fireproofing agent
- Ingredient in baking powder
- Effective natural deodorant and aftershave treatment
- Promotes crystal growth in educational experiments
Product Specifications
Chemical Formula KAl(SO4)₂·12H₂O Common Names Potash alum, potassium aluminum sulfate Applications Water purification, tanning, dyeing, baking, cosmetics Crystal Structure Regular octahedra with flattened corners HTS Code 2833.30.00.00
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