Ferric Chloride Anhydrous

Ferric Chloride, iron(III) chloride, or FeCl₃ is an inorganic compound of iron and chlorine, typically appearing as a yellowish-brown solid in its common hydrated form and a dark green/purple-red crystalline solid in its anhydrous form. It is a highly corrosive, acidic, and hygroscopic compound widely used in water treatment as a coagulant to remove impurities, and in industry as a catalyst for organic reactions and an etchant for printed circuit boards.

Properties of Ferric Chloride:

Formula: FeCl₃

Appearance: Dark green or purple-red crystals (anhydrous); yellowish-brown solid (hydrated form).

Solubility: It is highly soluble in water and other donor solvents.

Nature: It is highly corrosive, hygroscopic (absorbs moisture), and forms an acidic solution in water.

Reactivity: It acts as a strong Lewis acid, readily accepting electron pairs.

Technical specifications of Ferric Chloride:

Ferric Chloride Anhydrous (Solid):

Chemical Formula: Fecl3

Molecular Weight: 162.2 g/mol

Appearance: Dark green, deliquescent crystalline powder

Purity (Assay): Typically 98% or higher

Melting Point: Approximately 305-307°C Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohols, and ethers Hygroscopic Nature: Highly hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air)

Odor: Faint odor of hydrochloric acid

Reactivity: Corrosive to most metals when wet

Identifications:

Cas No. : Anhydrous Ferric Chloride (FeCl₃): CAS Number 7705-08-0

                 Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate (FeCl₃·6H₂O): CAS Number 10025-77-1

Uses & Applications of Ferric Chloride Anhydrous (Solid) :

Water Treatment: Its primary industrial application is as a coagulant and flocculant to purify drinking water and treat sewage and wastewater.

Industrial Processes: It is used as a catalyst in the production of ethylene dichloride and other organic compounds.

Etching: It is employed as an etchant for engraving printed circuit boards.

Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a versatile chemical reagent in various laboratory applications.

Hazards:

It is highly corrosive and can cause burns on skin contact.

Inhalation of dust can irritate the nose and throat.

Its aqueous solution is highly acidic.

Packaging: 25 Kg. Bag

MOQ: 50 Kg.

Estimated Lead Time: 1 day

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