Ferric oxide, red

Name: Ferric oxide, red
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014675

About Ferric oxide, red

Ferric oxide, red (CAS 1309-37-1) is a transition metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥98%. Its molecular formula is Fe2O3 and its molecular weight is 159.69 g/mol. The IUPAC name is oxo(oxoferriooxy)iron. It is also known as Iron(III) oxide or Hematite.

In its supplied form it is a red powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span materials research and chemical synthesis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

We offer Ferric oxide, red in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ferric oxide, red
Catalogue No.	VQ-014675
CAS Number	1309-37-1
IUPAC name	oxo(oxoferriooxy)iron
Molecular formula	Fe₂O₃
Molecular weight	159.69 g/mol
Exact mass	159.8546
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	28211010
InChIKey	JEIPFZHSYJVQDO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	O=[Fe]O[Fe]=O
PubChem CID	518696

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Red powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Iron(III) oxide, Hematite, Ferric iron, Red iron oxide, Rouge, Maghemite, Colcothar, Iron sesquioxide, Rust, Ochre, Iron trioxide, Iron oxide, red

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P273, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317, P391, 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

Other grades of CAS 1309-37-1

Puriss

Ferric oxide, 99.998%

CAS: 1309-37-1
Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Extra Pure

Ferric oxide, 99%

CAS: 1309-37-1
Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Ferric oxide, black

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Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Puriss

Ferric oxide, red, 99.999%

CAS: 1309-37-1
Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Iron oxide (alpha) nanorods (Alpha)

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Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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AR

Iron oxide (alpha) nanorods, AR 98.00–101.00%

CAS: 1309-37-1
Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Iron oxide nanopowder, (α) APS 20-60 nm, 98%+

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Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Iron oxide nanopowder, APS 15-20 nm, 99.5%

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Formula: Fe₂O₃
MW: 159.69 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ferric oxide, red?

The CAS Registry Number of Ferric oxide, red is 1309-37-1. It is also known as Iron(III) oxide, Hematite, Ferric iron.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ferric oxide, red?

Ferric oxide, red has the molecular formula Fe2O3 and a molecular weight of 159.69 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is oxo(oxoferriooxy)iron.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ferric oxide, red can I order?

We supply Ferric oxide, red in (≥98%) grade, in 500 g, 5 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 oxide, red?

Yes. Every lot of Ferric oxide, red 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 oxide, red be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ferric oxide, red is classified as hazardous, 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.