Description

Ferric Nitrate is an inorganic salt widely utilized as a versatile precursor and reagent in industrial chemistry. Its primary value lies in its role as a robust source of ferric ions, which are essential for various chemical synthesis and treatment processes. This compound is a critical raw material for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors including water treatment, chemical manufacturing, and surface finishing.

Application

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Acts as a highly effective coagulant and flocculant for the removal of phosphates, heavy metals, and suspended solids.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material or catalyst in the production of other iron-based compounds, pigments, and specialty chemicals.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in metal etching, phosphating, and as a mordant in the dyeing and coloring of metals and textiles.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry for qualitative and quantitative analysis, and as an oxidizing agent in various research applications.
• Agricultural Additives: Functions as a micronutrient source in certain fertilizer formulations and soil amendments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferric Nitrate
CAS No.	10421-48-4
Molecular Formula	Fe(NO3)3·9H2O
Molecular Weight	404.00 g/mol (nonahydrate)
Synonyms	Iron(III) nitrate; Nitric acid, iron(3+) salt; Ferric nitrate nonahydrate; Iron trinitrate; Ferric nitrate enneahydrate; Iron nitrate (Fe(NO3)3); Ferric salt of nitric acid
EINECS	233-899-5

Quality Control

Our Ferric Nitrate is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with agreed specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking. Long-term storage under controlled humidity conditions is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale violet to colorless crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe(NO3)3·9H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %

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