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Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate

for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur

Synonym(s):

Ferric chloride hexahydrate, Iron trichloride, Ferric chloride hexahydrate

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
FeCl3 · 6H2O
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
270.30
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352302
EC Index Number:
231-729-4
NACRES:
NA.21

grade

ACS reagent

Quality Level

Agency

reag. Ph. Eur.
suitable for SM 5210

vapor pressure

1 mmHg ( 194 °C)

product line

EMSURE®

Assay

99.0-102.0% FeCl3 basis (iodometric)

form

solid

potency

316 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)

impurities

≤0.01% Insoluble matter

pH

1.8 (25 °C, 10 g/L in H2O)

bp

280-285 °C (lit.)

mp

37 °C (lit.)

bulk density

600‑1200 kg/m3

anion traces

nitrate (NO3-): ≤0.01%
phosphate (PO43-): ≤0.01% (total phosphorous)
sulfate (SO42-): ≤0.01%

cation traces

Ca: ≤0.01%
Cu: ≤0.003%
Fe2+: ≤0.002%
K: ≤0.005%
Mg: ≤0.005%
N: ≤0.001%
Na: ≤0.05%
Zn: ≤0.003%
heavy metals (as Pb): ≤0.005%

storage temp.

15-25°C

SMILES string

O.O.O.O.O.O.Cl[Fe](Cl)Cl

InChI

1S/3ClH.Fe.6H2O/h3*1H;;6*1H2/q;;;+3;;;;;;/p-3

InChI key

NQXWGWZJXJUMQB-UHFFFAOYSA-K

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Application


  • Iron-tannic acid nano-coating: A promising treatment approach for enhancing Lactococcus lactis antibiotic resistance.: This study presents a novel iron-tannic acid nano-coating that significantly enhances the antibiotic resistance of Lactococcus lactis. Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate is a critical component in synthesizing this coating, demonstrating its potential in biomedical applications, particularly in developing antibiotic-resistant probiotics (Elmaghrabi et al., 2024).

  • Agro-Waste Sweet Pepper Extract-Magnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for Antioxidant Enrichment and Sustainable Nanopackaging.: This research explores the synthesis of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles using Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate and agro-waste sweet pepper extract. The nanoparticles are utilized for antioxidant enrichment and sustainable nanotechnology applications in packaging, showcasing the compound′s versatility in green chemistry and materials science (López-Alcántara et al., 2024).

  • Boosting Solanum tuberosum resistance to Alternaria solani through green synthesized ferric oxide (Fe(2)O(3)) nanoparticles.: Utilizing Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate, this study synthesizes ferric oxide nanoparticles to enhance potato plant resistance to fungal infections. This green synthesis approach underscores the compound′s relevance in agricultural biotechnology and sustainable crop protection (Anwaar et al., 2024).

  • Fabrication and characterization of novel, cost-effective graphitic carbon nitride/Fe coated textile nanocomposites for effective degradation of dyes and biohazards.: This study details the fabrication of textile nanocomposites coated with graphitic carbon nitride and iron, using Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate. The resulting materials are highly effective in degrading environmental pollutants, highlighting their potential in environmental remediation and wastewater treatment (Ashraf et al., 2023).

  • Improving the Performance of Poly(caprolactone)-Cellulose Acetate-Tannic Acid Tubular Scaffolds by Mussel-Inspired Coating.: This research improves the performance of tubular scaffolds using a mussel-inspired coating process that incorporates Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate. The study demonstrates enhanced biocompatibility and mechanical properties, indicating significant potential for tissue engineering applications (Wang et al., 2023).


Linkage

Replaces: FX0210-1

Analysis Note

Assay (iodometric, FeCl₃·6H₂O): 99.0 - 102.0 %
Identity: passes test
Insoluble matter: ≤ 0.01 %
Free chlorine: passes test
Acidic substances: passes test
Nitrate (NO₃): ≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 0.01 %
Total nitrogen (N): ≤ 0.001 %
Total phosphorus (as PO₄): ≤ 0.01 %
Heavy metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.005 %
Ca (Calcium): ≤ 0.01 %
Cu (Copper): ≤ 0.003 %
Fe II (Iron II)*: ≤ 0.002 %
K (Potassium): ≤ 0.005 %
Mg (Magnesium): ≤ 0.005 %
Na (Sodium): ≤ 0.05 %
Zn (Zinc): ≤ 0.003 %
* The Fe(II)-content increases if the recommended storage conditions (+15 to +25 °C) are not observed.

Legal Information

EMSURE is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

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Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Eye Dam. 1 - Skin Irrit. 2

Storage Class Code

13 - Non Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable


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