Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%

Name: Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014663

About Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%

Ferric chloride is a transition metal compound in Reagent grade carrying the CAS registry number 7705-08-0 with a typical assay of 97%. The compound has the formula Cl3Fe, corresponding to a molecular weight of 162.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is trichloroiron. It is also known as Iron trichloride or Molysite.

The material typically appears as a faint green to dark green to grey to black powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 304 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include catalysis, paints, coatings and inks and metallurgy and plating. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Catalysis
Paints, coatings & inks
Metallurgy & plating

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014663
CAS Number	7705-08-0
IUPAC name	trichloroiron
Molecular formula	Cl₃Fe
Molecular weight	162.2 g/mol
Exact mass	160.8415
Grade	Reagent
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	28273990
InChIKey	RBTARNINKXHZNM-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES	Cl[Fe](Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	24380

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Faint green to dark green to grey to black powder
Melting point	304 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1773
Synonyms	Iron trichloride, Molysite, Flores martis, Iron perchloride, Chlorure perrique, Perchlorure de fer, Iron chloride (FeCl3), Natural molysite, Chlorure ferrique, Iron sesquichloride (DOT), FeCl3, Iron sesquichloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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MW: 162.2 g/mol

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MW: 162.2 g/mol

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Formula: Cl₃Fe
MW: 162.2 g/mol

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Molecular Biology

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CAS: 7705-08-0
Formula: Cl₃Fe
MW: 162.2 g/mol

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Ferric chloride, 98%

CAS: 7705-08-0
Formula: Cl₃Fe
MW: 162.2 g/mol

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AR

Ferric chloride, GR 99%+

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Formula: Cl₃Fe
MW: 162.2 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% is 7705-08-0. It is also known as Iron trichloride, Molysite, Flores martis.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%?

Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% has the molecular formula Cl3Fe and a molecular weight of 162.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trichloroiron.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% can I order?

We supply Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% in Reagent (97%) grade, in 100 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ferric chloride, reagent grade, 97% is classified as hazardous (UN 1773), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.