Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate
Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate, also known as iron(III) chloride hexahydrate or ferric chloride hexahydrate, is a chemical compound with the formula FeCl3·6H2O.
Description
Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate, also known as iron(III) chloride hexahydrate or ferric chloride hexahydrate, is a chemical compound with the formula FeCl3·6H2O.
| Product Name | Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate |
| Catalog Number | PU22000036 |
| CAS No. | 10025-77-1 |
| Molecular Formula | FeCl3·6H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 270.33 g/mol |
| Grade | PUURETA (Pure) |
| HS Code | 28273990 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals |
| EC Number | 231-729-4 |
| Synonyms | Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate |
|
Parameter |
Specification |
|
Appearance |
Crystalline mass or orange-yellow or brownish-yellow crystals, very hygroscopic. |
|
Solubility |
Very soluble in water |
|
Assay |
98.0-102.0% |
|
Acidity |
0.20% |
|
Free Chlorine |
0.001% |
|
Sulphate (Max.) |
0.010% |
|
Ferrous Iron (Max.) |
0.0300% |
Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate, also known as iron(III) chloride hexahydrate or ferric chloride hexahydrate, is a chemical compound with the formula FeCl3·6H2O.
| Product Name | Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate |
| Catalog Number | PL22000036 |
| CAS No. | 10025-77-1 |
| Molecular Formula | FeCl3·6H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 270.33 g/mol |
| Grade | PLURAATA (Extra Pure) |
| HS Code | 28273990 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals |
| EC Number | 231-729-4 |
| Synonyms | Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate |
|
Parameter |
Specification |
|
Appearance |
Crystalline mass or orange-yellow or brownish-yellow crystals, very hygroscopic. |
|
Solubility |
Very soluble in water |
|
Assay |
99.00% |
|
Acidity |
0.20% |
|
Free Chlorine |
0.001% |
|
Sulphate (Max.) |
0.010% |
|
Ferrous Iron (Max.) |
0.0150% |
|
Lead (Max.) |
0.0020% |
|
Arsenic (Max.) |
0.0005% |
|
Zinc (Max.) |
0.0030% |
Water Treatment: Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate is widely used in water and wastewater treatment as a coagulant and flocculant. It helps remove impurities, suspended particles, and pollutants from water by forming flocs that can be easily separated.
Etching: In the electronics and printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing industries, it is used for etching copper and other metals from PCBs. Ferric chloride's corrosive properties make it effective for this purpose.
Sewer and Sanitary Systems: It is used for the maintenance and cleaning of sewer and sanitary systems, including the removal of obstructions and root control.
Metal Surface Treatment: Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate can be used for surface treatment and metal finishing processes, such as engraving and staining.
Chemical Synthesis: It is utilized as a reagent in various chemical synthesis reactions and processes.
Analytical Chemistry: Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate is used as a reagent and indicator in analytical chemistry for the detection of phenols and other compounds.
Laboratory Reagent: It is used as a laboratory reagent in chemical experiments and tests.
Printmaking: In printmaking, particularly intaglio and etching techniques, it is used as an etchant to create etched designs on plates for print reproduction.
Artistic Uses: Some artists use Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate in their art, particularly in etching and printmaking processes.
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