Molekula
Ferrous Acetate
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Ferrous acetate is a ferrous salt used in chemical synthesis, catalysis, and as a reagent in laboratory research. It appears as a crystalline solid and is soluble in water. CAS: 3094-87-9, Molecular Formula: Fe(C₂H₃O₂)₂, Molecular Weight: 173.93 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Ferrous acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light green solid |
| Assay | ≥97.0% |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤0.1% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.002% |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤0.006% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | ≤0.001% |
| Sodium (Na) | ≤0.05% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.2% |
| Fe2+ | ≥20% |
| Fe3+ | ≤1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89986318 |
| CAS Number | 3094-87-9 |
| IUPAC Name | iron(2+) diacetate |
| EC Number | 221-441-7 |
| Molecular Formula | Fe(CO2CH3)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 173.93 |
| Exact Mass | 173.9615 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)[O-].CC(=O)[O-].[Fe+2] |
| InChIKey | LNOZJRCUHSPCDZ-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2C2H4O2.Fe/c2*1-2(3)4;/h2*1H3,(H,3,4);/q;;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 18344 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29153990 |
| Tariff Code | 2915290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Acetic acid Iron(II)
- Acetic Acid Iron(II) Salt
- ACETIC ACID, IRON(2+) SALT
- Acetic acid, iron(2+) salt (2:1)
- ferrous;diacetate
- Iron di(acetate)
- Iron(2+) acetate
- iron(2+);diacetate
- Iron(II) acetate
- Iron(II) acetate, anhydrous
Frequently asked questions
What is Ferrous Acetate used for?
Ferrous Acetate is commonly used as a reagent in organic synthesis and as a precursor in the production of other iron compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ferrous Acetate?
The formula is Fe(CO2CH3)2 and the molecular weight is 173.93 g/mol.
How should Ferrous Acetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air.
What grade of Ferrous Acetate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Ferrous Acetate in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply Ferrous Acetate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Ferrous Acetate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Ferrous Acetate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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