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Elementis ACH-321

ACH-321 is an aluminum chlorohydrate crystal for dissolution in water and is a spray dried form of Chlorhydrol 50.

INCI Name: Aluminum Chlorohydrate

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Antiperspirant, Deodorant, Protective Agent

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant, Halal, Kosher, cGMP

Benefit Claims: Antimicrobial, De-Odorizing

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Origin
CAS No.
12042-91-0
EC No.
234-933-1

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • ACH-321 provides a level of performance that meets the minimum FDA criterion for sweat reduction.
  • ACH-321 is fully concentrated for less shipping weight.
Product Properties
  • Reduction of perspiration from underarms, hands, feet.
  • Reduction of underarm odor (deodorancy).
  • Antimicrobial against gm (+) micro-organisms

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
25% max.(anhydrous active basis)
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Emulsion roll-ons
  • Emulsion creams
  • Clear gels
  • Hydro-alcoholic roll-ons and pump sprays
Formulations Guidelines
  • Avoid anionic surfactants.
  • Avoid self-emulsifying grades of emulsifiers.
  • Avoid strong bases.
  • Recommended pH range of final product is 3.5- 4.5
  • Can be used in all product forms.

Properties

Odor
Characteristic
Appearance
White to off-white beads
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Al:Cl Molar Ratio1.91:1 - 2.10:1
pH (15% aqueous)3.0 - 5.0
Anhydrous Content72 - 88
Iron Contentmax. 150
Aluminium Content24.3 - 25.4
Chloride content15.8 - 16.8

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

ACH-321 should be kept in sealed containers when not in use as it readily absorbs moisture. The product will slowly corrode iron, brass, copper, aluminum and mild steel.

Shelf life

ACH-321 has a shelf life of minimum 3 (three) years from date of manufacture.