Description

Iron (III) Chloride is an inorganic salt widely recognized for its role as a versatile Lewis acid catalyst and etchant. Its high reactivity and efficiency make it a critical reagent in numerous industrial synthesis and purification processes. This product is essential for manufacturers in the water treatment, electronics, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking reliable and consistent chemical performance.

Application

• Water and Wastewater Treatment: Acts as a highly effective coagulant and flocculant for the removal of suspended solids, phosphates, and heavy metals.
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Manufacturing: Used as an etchant for copper in the production of electronic circuits.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions, as well as in chlorination processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Metal Surface Treatment: Utilized for pickling and etching stainless steel and other metals.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Acts as a mordant in dyeing processes and in the manufacture of iron oxide pigments.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron (III) Chloride
CAS No.	7705-08-1
Molecular Formula	FeCl3 (anhydrous)
Molecular Weight	162.20 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Ferric Chloride; Iron Trichloride; Flores Martis; [FeCl3]; Ferric Chloride Anhydrous; Iron(3+) chloride; Trichloroiron
EINECS	231-729-4

Quality Control

Our Iron (III) Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Incompatible with strong bases and organic materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green-black crystalline solid or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (FeCl3)	≥ 96.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	≥ 34.0 %
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.