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Iron (ll) chloride anhydrous

SKU 40695860 CAS 7758-94-3 FeCl2 MW 126.75 Available on enquiry

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Iron(II) chloride anhydrous is a hygroscopic, inorganic salt commonly used in water and wastewater treatment as a coagulant, for phosphate removal, for sulfide and odour control, and for chromate reduction, as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis, and in the production of dyes, pigments, and catalysts. It appears as a yellowish-brown crystalline solid with a high affinity for moisture. This product has a CAS number of 7758-94-3, a molecular formula of FeCl₂, and a molecular weight of 126.75 g/mol. It is stored at ambient temperatures and requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, indicated by the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Iron(II) chloride anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Overview

SKU: 40695860
CAS Number: 7758-94-3
IUPAC Name: dichloroiron
EC Number: 231-843-4
Molecular Formula: FeCl2
Molecular Weight: 126.75
Exact Mass: 125.8726
SMILES: Cl[Fe]Cl
InChIKey: NMCUIPGRVMDVDB-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI: InChI=1S/2ClH.Fe/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2
PubChem CID: 24458

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Hexagonal crystals
Melting Point: 674 °C
Boiling Point: 1023 °C
Density: 3.2 (relative, water = 1)
Vapour Pressure: 10 mmHg at 700 °C

Source: PubChem CID 24458 (HSDB, ICSC)

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Frequently asked questions

What is anhydrous iron(II) chloride commonly used for?

Anhydrous iron(II) chloride is widely used in water treatment (coagulant), as a catalyst in organic synthesis, and in the production of pigments, dyes, and ink.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of anhydrous iron(II) chloride?

The chemical formula is FeCl₂, and the molecular weight is 126.75 g/mol.

What safety classification does anhydrous iron(II) chloride have?

It is classified with the Signal Word: Danger due to its corrosive and hazardous properties.

How should anhydrous iron(II) chloride be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible substances in a tightly sealed container.

Does Molekula supply anhydrous iron(II) chloride in bulk quantities?

Yes, we offer anhydrous iron(II) chloride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for specific packaging options and minimum order quantities.

What documentation is provided with an order of anhydrous iron(II) chloride?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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