| Item # | F1031 |
|---|---|
| Weight | N/A |
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Material Grade | Technical |
| Size(s) | 500mL, 3.8L |
| Manufacturer | |
| Packaging Type | Amber Poly, Poly Gallon |
| CAS # | 7705-08-0 |
| Safety Data Sheet | View/Download SDS |
| Sample COA | View/Download Sample COA |
Ferric Chloride, 42 °Bé. Suitable for industrial uses.
Ferric Chloride Solution 40%, Technical Grade – FeCl₃ | CAS 7705-08-0
Product Overview
Ferric Chloride Solution 40%, Technical Grade is a concentrated aqueous solution of iron(III) chloride, widely used in industrial and environmental applications. This dark brown, acidic liquid functions as a coagulant, etchant, and oxidizing agent. It is especially valued in water and wastewater treatment, printed circuit board (PCB) etching, and metal surface processing where high purity is not essential. Its reliable performance and cost-effectiveness make it a staple chemical in many industrial sectors.
Key Industries
- Water & Wastewater Treatment – Used as a coagulant for removing suspended solids and phosphorus
- Electronics – Employed in the etching of copper in printed circuit board manufacturing
- Metal Finishing – Utilized in pickling and surface preparation of metals
- Textiles & Dyeing – Acts as a mordant and oxidation agent in certain dyeing processes
- Photographic Processing – Occasionally used in historical and specialty photographic chemistry
Packaging Options
Ferric Chloride Solution 40%, Technical Grade is offered in corrosion-resistant containers such as HDPE drums, carboys, and totes. All shipments include appropriate labeling and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to support safe handling and regulatory compliance in industrial settings.
PubChem CID
24380
Molecular Formula
Cl3Fe
Molecular Weight
162.2
Synonyms
FERRIC CHLORIDE Iron(III) chloride Iron trichloride Flores martis Iron perchloride Chlorure perrique
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