Description

Ferric Chloride, Dodecahydrate is a hydrated inorganic salt of iron, widely recognized for its role as a versatile and effective coagulant and etchant. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to efficiently remove impurities from water and to precisely etch metals in industrial manufacturing processes. This product is essential for operators in water treatment facilities, electronics manufacturers, and chemical synthesis plants who require a reliable and high-purity source of trivalent iron.

Application

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Acts as a highly effective coagulant and flocculant for the removal of suspended solids, phosphates, and heavy metals from industrial and municipal wastewater.
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Manufacturing: Used as a standard etchant for copper in the production of electronic circuits, providing consistent and controllable results.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed for etching and cleaning various metal surfaces, including stainless steel and copper alloys, prior to painting or plating.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst or a source of ferric ions (Fe³⁺) in various organic synthesis reactions and the production of other iron-based compounds.
• Drinking Water Purification: Utilized in potable water treatment plants to clarify water by removing color, turbidity, and microorganisms.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as an analytical reagent and a standard in titration methods for determining chemical oxygen demand (COD).

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferric Chloride, Dodecahydrate
CAS No.	58694-80-7
Molecular Formula	FeCl₃·12H₂O
Molecular Weight	354.20 g/mol (anhydrous basis: 162.20 g/mol)
Synonyms	Iron(III) Chloride Dodecahydrate; Ferric Trichloride Dodecahydrate; Iron Trichloride Dodecahydrate; Flores Martis; FeCl3·12H2O; Ferric Chloride Hexahydrate (common commercial form); Ferric Perchloride; Iron Chloride
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Quality Control

Our Ferric Chloride, Dodecahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Production adheres to relevant industrial standards, with rigorous in-process and final release testing. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in original packaging or a suitable moisture-proof container to prevent caking and degradation. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and active metals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow-brown to orange crystalline lumps or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (FeCl₃·6H₂O basis)	≥ 98.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	≥ 20.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.01 %

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