Description

Iron(III) Chloride Hexahydrate is a versatile inorganic salt widely used as a critical reagent and catalyst in industrial processes. Its primary value lies in its strong Lewis acidity and oxidizing properties, making it indispensable for water treatment, metal surface etching, and organic synthesis. This high-purity chemical is essential for manufacturers and laboratories in the electronics, pharmaceutical, and environmental management sectors seeking reliable and consistent performance.

Application

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Acts as a highly effective flocculant and coagulant for the removal of suspended solids, phosphates, and heavy metals.
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Manufacturing: Used as an etchant for copper in the production of electronic circuits.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions, chlorination, and oxidation processes.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed for pickling and etching of stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Functions as a mordant in dyeing processes and in the manufacture of iron oxide pigments.
• Laboratory Reagent: A standard analytical reagent for chloride determination and other chemical analyses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(III) Chloride Hexahydrate
CAS No.	10225-77-1
Molecular Formula	FeCl3 · 6H2O
Molecular Weight	270.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate; Iron Trichloride Hexahydrate; FeCl3·6H2O; Ferric(III) Chloride Hexahydrate; Flores Martis; [FeCl3(H2O)6]; Iron Chloride (FeCl3), Hexahydrate
EINECS	233-729-4

Quality Control

Our Iron(III) Chloride Hexahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with product specifications meeting or exceeding standard reagent-grade requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity levels, and physical properties.

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 its original packaging or a suitable airtight container to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and organic substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow-brown to orange crystalline lumps or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (FeCl3·6H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	20.0 - 21.0 %
Chloride (Cl) Content	38.0 - 40.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.005 %

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