Ferric Chloride, Acs Un3260iii

Ferric chloride occurs in nature as the mineral molysite.

Application Notes

Ferric chloride is used in the Mayer's tannic acid/ferric chloride method for staining tissue and their observation by light microscopy. It is used in photoengraving, photography, the manufacture of pigments and ink, the chlorination of silver and copper ores, and as a mordant in dyeing and printing textiles.

Usage Statement

Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.

Key Applications

SKU	02194045-CF
Alternate Names	Chlorure Perrique; Iron Chloride; Iron Trichloride; Perchlorure de Fer; Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate
Application Notes	Ferric chloride is used in the Mayer's tannic acid/ferric chloride method for staining tissue and their observation by light microscopy. It is used in photoengraving, photography, the manufacture of pigments and ink, the chlorination of silver and copper ores, and as a mordant in dyeing and printing textiles.
Base Catalog Number	194045
Boiling Point	280-285 °C (lit.)
CAS #	10025-77-1
Density	1.82 g/cm3 at 25 °C (lit.)
EC Number	231-729-4
Flash Point	280-285 °C (lit.)
Format	Powder & Chunks
Grade	ACS grade
Hazard Statements	H290-H302-H315-H318
Insoluble Matter	<0.01%
Melting Point	37 °C(lit.)
Molecular Formula	FeCl3·6H2O
Molecular Weight	270.3
Personal Protective Equipment	Dust mask , Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves
RTECS Number	NO5425000
Safety Symbol	GHS05, GHS07
Solubility	Easily soluble in cold or hot water.
Usage Statement	Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.
Vapor Pressure	1 mmHg ( 194 °C) (lit.)