Description

Ferric Sodium Oxalate is an inorganic coordination compound with the CAS number 5936-14-1, combining iron and sodium cations with oxalate anions. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and specific analytical procedures. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research laboratories in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors for its unique redox and complexation properties.

Application

• Catalyst and Reagent in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or oxidizing agent in specific organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Precursor for Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: Serves as a starting material in the controlled synthesis of magnetite (Fe3O4) or other iron oxide nanomaterials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used in laboratory settings as a standard or reagent in complexometric titrations and for the qualitative testing of certain metal ions.
• Surface Treatment & Metal Finishing: Employed in formulation of specialty conversion coatings and surface conditioning baths for metals.
• Photographic Industry: Functions in certain photographic developing and toning processes due to its iron content and light-sensitive nature.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new coordination chemistry, magnetic materials, and catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferric Sodium Oxalate
CAS No.	5936-14-1
Molecular Formula	Na3[Fe(C2O4)3] or C6FeNa3O12
Molecular Weight	448.89 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Sodium Ferrioxalate; Trisodium Trioxalatoferrate(III); Sodium Trioxalatoferrate(III); Iron Sodium Oxalate; Ferric Sodium Oxalate Trihydrate; Sodium Iron(III) Oxalate; Na3[Fe(Ox)3]
EINECS	227-689-6

Quality Control

Our Ferric Sodium Oxalate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and reproducible chemical performance.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Na3[Fe(C2O4)3])	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.0
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Water Content (Loss on Drying)	≤ 12.0 %

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