Description

Iron(III) Sulfate Hydrate is an inorganic salt of iron, widely utilized for its role as a coagulant and precipitating agent. Its primary commercial value lies in its effectiveness in water and wastewater treatment for the removal of contaminants. This compound is essential for industries including municipal water treatment, metal surface finishing, and pigment manufacturing. We supply high-purity grades to meet the stringent demands of industrial and technical applications.

Application

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Acts as a primary coagulant for phosphate removal, turbidity reduction, and sludge conditioning.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in pickling baths for steel and as an etchant in the electronics industry for printed circuit boards.
• Pigment Production: Serves as a raw material in the manufacture of iron oxide pigments and inks.
• Soil Amendment: Applied in agriculture to correct iron deficiencies in plants and adjust soil pH.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a catalyst or oxidizing agent in various organic and inorganic chemical reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry and research as a standard or testing chemical.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(III) Sulfate Hydrate
CAS No.	15244-10-7
Molecular Formula	Fe2(SO4)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	399.88 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Ferric Sulfate Hydrate; Iron Sesquisulfate Hydrate; Diiron Trisulfate Hydrate; Sulfuric Acid, Iron(3+) Salt Hydrate; Ferric Persulfate; Fe2(SO4)3 Hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Iron(III) Sulfate Hydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, heavy metal content, and insoluble matter. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring consistent performance and reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in original packaging away from sources of humidity. Incompatible with strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish-white to grayish powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe2(SO4)3)	≥ 97.0 %
Iron Content (as Fe)	≥ 21.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
pH (5% Solution)	2.0 - 3.5

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.