Description

Ammonium Ferricyanide is an inorganic coordination compound known for its distinctive red color and utility as a mild oxidizing agent. This chemical is valued for its role in analytical chemistry and specialized industrial processes where controlled oxidation is required. It serves as a critical reagent for laboratories and manufacturers in sectors such as photography, metallurgy, and chemical synthesis. The product is supplied under strict quality control to ensure consistency and reliability for demanding applications.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as an oxidizing agent in titrations and for the detection of various metal ions.
• Photographic Industry: Employed in certain toning and bleaching processes for photographic prints and films.
• Metallurgy & Surface Treatment: Acts as an etchant or component in surface treatment baths for metals.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or oxidizing agent in the synthesis of other coordination compounds and pigments.
• Electroplating: Used in specialized electroplating formulations and electrolyte solutions.
• Laboratory Research: A key reagent for oxidation-reduction studies and electrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Ferricyanide
CAS No.	14221-48-8
Molecular Formula	NH4[Fe(CN)6]
Molecular Weight	266.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium hexacyanoferrate(III); Ferric ammonium cyanide; Ammonium iron(III) cyanide; Ammonium ferric hexacyanide; Ammonium hexacyanoferrate(3-); Iron ammonium cyanide; Red prussiate of ammonia
EINECS	238-074-2

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Ferricyanide is manufactured and tested to meet high-purity standards suitable for industrial and laboratory use. Each batch undergoes rigorous analysis to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, physical properties, and test methods is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (NH4[Fe(CN)6])	≥ 98.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.05 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %

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