Personal Care Grade Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate Crystal

The Role of Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate in Modern Personal Care Formulations   In the rapidly evolving personal care industry, formulators continuously seek ingredients that deliver both efficacy and safety. Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate (AlCl₃·6H₂O, CAS 7784-13-6, HS Code 28273200) has emerged as a cornerstone ingredient in antiperspirant and deodorant formulations, valued for its potent astringent properties. As a white crystalline compound with a molecular weight of 241.43, it exhibits remarkable solubility in water—1 gram dissolves in just 0.9 ml of water—making it highly suitable for aqueous personal care systems.   The mechanism of action is well-documented: when applied to the skin, Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate dissolves in moisture, and the aluminum ions precipitate with proteins in the sweat ducts, forming temporary plugs that effectively reduce perspiration. This makes it a preferred active ingredient in prescription-strength antiperspirants for treating hyperhidrosis, a…