Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+

Name: Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014689

About Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+

Ferrous chloride, hydrate (CAS 13478-10-9) is a transition metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals (AR grade), specified at ≥99% purity. Formula Cl2FeH8O4, molecular weight 198.81 g/mol. The IUPAC name is dichloroiron. Tetrahydrate. Alternative names: Iron(II) chloride and Iron dichloride.

In its supplied form it is powder to lumps. Key physical data: a melting point of 120 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include nanotechnology research and materials research. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 250 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Nanotechnology research
Materials research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-014689
CAS Number	13478-10-9
IUPAC name	dichloroiron;tetrahydrate
Molecular formula	Cl₂FeH₈O₄
Molecular weight	198.81 g/mol
Exact mass	197.9149
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	28274190
InChIKey	WSSMOXHYUFMBLS-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	O.O.O.O.Cl[Fe]Cl
PubChem CID	16211588

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder to lumps
Melting point	120 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 4
TPSA	4 Å²
UN number	UN 3260
Synonyms	Iron(II) chloride, Iron dichloride, Ferrous chloride tetrahydrate, Ferrous chloride, tetrahydrate, Iron dichloride tetrahydrate, Iron (II) chloride tetrahydrate, FeCl2.4H2O, dichloroiron--water (1/4), iron (II) chloride tetra hydrate, Iron(II) chloride hydrate, Reagent Grade, Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate, ReagentPlus(R), 98%, Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate, 99.99% trace metals basis

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, 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

Other grades of CAS 13478-10-9

Extra Pure

Ferrous chloride, hydrate, 99%

CAS: 13478-10-9
Formula: Cl₂FeH₈O₄
MW: 198.81 g/mol

VQ-014688

Technical

Ferrous chloride, hydrate, technical grade

CAS: 13478-10-9
Formula: Cl₂FeH₈O₄
MW: 198.81 g/mol

VQ-046506

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ is 13478-10-9. It is also known as Iron(II) chloride, Iron dichloride, Ferrous chloride tetrahydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+?

Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula Cl2FeH8O4 and a molecular weight of 198.81 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 250 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 Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ 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 Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ferrous chloride, hydrate, GR 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 3260), 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.