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كلوريد الحديديك(III) السداسي الهيدراتي
Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate is a yellow-brown crystalline solid used as a catalyst, water treatment agent, and reagent in organic synthesis. It is highly hygroscopic and soluble in water and ethanol. CAS: 10025-77-1, Molecular formula: FeCl3·6H2O, Molecular weight: 270.29 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate is a yellow-brown crystalline solid used as a catalyst, water treatment agent, and reagent in organic synthesis. It is highly hygroscopic and soluble in water and ethanol. CAS: 10025-77-1, Molecular formula: FeCl3·6H2O, Molecular weight: 270.29 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Amber solid |
| Melting Point | Approx. 37°C |
| Lead | ≤20 ppm |
| Assay | ≥57.5% (assay as Ferric Chloride) |
| Insoluble Matter | ≤0.5% |
| Zinc | ≤500 ppm |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤500 ppm |
| Hydrogen chloride | ≤0.8% |
| Iron(II) chloride | ≤0.9% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 48 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 10025-77-1 |
| Molecular Formula | FeCl3·6H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 270.29 |
| SMILES | O.O.O.O.O.O.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-].[Fe+3] |
| EC / UN Number | 3260 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2827.39.5500 |
| Tariff Code | 2827392000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P406 Store in a corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate used for?
It is commonly used as a coagulant in water treatment, a catalyst in organic synthesis, and in the production of printed circuit boards.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is FeCl3·6H2O with a molecular weight of 270.29 g/mol.
How should Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in reagent grade; please specify requirements for other grades.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate in bulk quantities—contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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