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Iron(II) tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate

SKU 90028983 CAS 13877-16-2 B2F8Fe · 6H2O MW 337.55 Available on enquiry

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Iron(II) tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate is a hydrated inorganic salt used in electrochemical research and as a source of Fe²⁺ ions in synthesis. It appears as a pale green crystalline solid, stable at ambient temperatures. CAS: 13877-16-2, molecular formula: B₂F₈Fe · 6H₂O, molecular weight: 337.55 g/mol. Store at room temperature. Hazard classification includes signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Iron(II) tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90028983
CAS Number
13877-16-2
IUPAC Name
iron(2+);ditetrafluoroborate;hexahydrate
Molecular Formula
B2F8Fe · 6H2O
Molecular Weight
337.55
Exact Mass
338.0042
SMILES
[B-](F)(F)(F)F.[B-](F)(F)(F)F.O.O.O.O.O.O.[Fe+2]
InChIKey
NKQGOEGCKHXNEP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/2BF4.Fe.6H2O/c2*2-1(3,4)5;;;;;;;/h;;;6*1H2/q2*-1;+2;;;;;;
PubChem CID
15762351

Synonyms

  • B2F8FeH12O6
  • ferrous;ditetrafluoroborate;hexahydrate
  • iron bis(tetrafluoroborate) hexahydrate
  • Iron() tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate
  • Iron(2+) tetrafluoridoborate(1-)--water (1/2/6)
  • Iron(2+) tetrafluoroborate--water (1/2/6)
  • iron(2+);ditetrafluoroborate;hexahydrate
  • Iron(a inverted exclamation mark-?) tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate
  • iron(II)bis(tetrafluoroborate)hexahydrate
  • lambda2-iron(2+) ion bis(tetrafluoroboranuide) hexahydrate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Iron(II) tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate used for?

It is primarily used as a reagent in inorganic synthesis and as a source of iron(II) ions in specialized chemical reactions.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is B2F8Fe · 6H2O with a molecular weight of 337.55 g/mol.

How should Iron(II) tetrafluoroborate hexahydrate be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available?

Available in reagent grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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