Product Description
Ferric Chloride is dark red/ brown liquid. It is soluble in water, alcohol and glycerol.
Chemical Identification
Chemical Name Ferric Chloride
Chemical Formula FeCl3
Molecular weight 162.5
Purity 40% ? w/w
Grade Food
CAS.NO. 7705-08-0
Properties / Specification
Physical State Liquid
Appearance Dark red / brown
Specific gravity 1.38-1.49
FeCl3 40% ?2
FeCl2 0.7% max
Solubility in water Complete
pH(5% w/ v solution ) <1.0
Toxicity Specification in term of Fe+3(13%)
Hg 0.27 ppm (max)
Cr 9.5 ppm (max)
Zn 2238 ppm (max)
Ni 35 ppm (max)
As 0.3 ppm (max)
Pb 5.8 ppm (max)
Mn 9792 ppm (max)
Cu 0.6 ppm (max)
Principal Application
Treatment of potable water, wastewater, sewerage and industrial wastewater.
Etching agent for engraving, Photography and printed circuitry
Disinfectant
Pigment
Material Handling
Store away from the heat, strong alkali and alkali metals.
Keep container close & dry and protect container from physical damage.
Use handling equipment (pumps, hoses, etc.) compatible with products, i.e. polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, Teflon, Rubber, FRP and titanium.
Avoid making contact with skin
Do not inhale concentrated mist and vapors.
Remove victim to fresh air, if breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Packing Supplied in packing of 45kg in jerry cane and 280kg in plastic drums and in FRP tankers
