Description

Iron(II) Chloride is an essential inorganic salt with the chemical formula FeCl₂, widely utilized as a versatile precursor and reagent in industrial chemistry. Its strong reducing properties and role as a source of ferrous ions make it a critical component in water treatment, electronics manufacturing, and organic synthesis. Key industries that rely on this compound include wastewater management, pharmaceuticals, and the production of specialty chemicals and pigments.

Application

• Wastewater Treatment: Acts as a highly effective coagulant and reducing agent for the removal of phosphates, sulfides, and heavy metals from industrial effluent.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst or reagent in various organic reactions, including Friedel-Crafts alkylation and the synthesis of ferrocene derivatives.
• Electronics & Metallurgy: Used in the production of printed circuit boards (PCBs) as an etchant and in metal surface treatment processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of iron-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and nutritional supplements.
• Pigment & Dye Manufacturing: Functions as a key raw material in the production of iron oxide pigments and other colorants.
• Laboratory Research: A standard reagent in analytical chemistry and academic research for redox titrations and material science studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(II) Chloride
CAS No.	7758-94-3
Molecular Formula	FeCl₂
Molecular Weight	126.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrous Chloride; Iron Dichloride; Iron(2+) Chloride; FeCl₂; Ferro-Green; TETRAHYDROFURAN COMPOUND WITH IRON(II) CHLORIDE; Iron Chloride (FeCl₂); CAS 7758-94-3
EINECS	231-843-4

Quality Control

Our Iron(II) Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including testing for purity, heavy metal content, and insoluble matter. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, confirming compliance with relevant industry specifications. For pharmaceutical or high-purity applications, specific grades meeting in-house or customer-defined standards can be supplied.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C to 25°C. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and alkalis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale green to white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (FeCl₂)	≥ 97.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	≥ 43.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.01 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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