Description

Ferric Acetate is an inorganic salt of iron and acetic acid, widely utilized as a versatile chemical intermediate and reagent. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a mordant in textile dyeing and printing, where it facilitates color fixation and improves washfastness. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the textile, chemical synthesis, and water treatment industries seeking a reliable source of high-purity iron(III) ions.

Application

• Textile Industry: Primarily used as a mordant for dyeing cotton, wool, and silk, improving the adhesion and colorfastness of dyes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst or precursor in various organic synthesis reactions and the production of other iron-based compounds.
• Water Treatment: Acts as a coagulant and flocculant for the removal of phosphates and other contaminants in industrial wastewater.
• Wood Preservation: Employed in formulations to protect timber from fungal decay and insect infestation.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and research as a standard or reagent for specific tests and experiments.
• Pigment Manufacturing: A key raw material in the production of certain iron oxide pigments and inks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferric Acetate
CAS No.	10450-55-2
Molecular Formula	Fe(C2H3O2)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	232.98 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Iron(III) Acetate; Iron Triacetate; Basic Iron Acetate; Ferric Ethanoate; Acetic Acid, Iron(3+) Salt; Iron Acetate Solution; Ferric Acetate Basic; Iron(III) Acetate Hydroxide
EINECS	233-946-9

Quality Control

Our Ferric Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with agreed specifications and support your quality assurance processes.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brownish-red powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe3+)	≥ 20.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %

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