Iron (III) chloride x 6H2O ( Iron Chloride ) - 100g

Iron (III) chloride x 6H₂O - 100g
Other Names: Ferric chloride hexahydrate

CAS Number: 10025-77-1
Sum Formula: FeCl₃·6H₂O
Molar Mass: 270.30 g/mol
Appearance: Yellow to brown crystalline solid

Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate is an inorganic compound used extensively in industrial chemical processes, particularly as a Lewis acid catalyst, a flocculant, and in etching and surface treatment technologies.

Applications
Chemical Industry:

Commonly used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and chlorination reactions.

Employed in the production of complex iron salts and as a reactant in redox chemistry.

Utilized in laboratory and industrial-scale etching of metals such as copper and steel.

Technical Uses:

Applied in surface treatment of metals and printed circuit board manufacturing.

Used in water and wastewater treatment processes for precipitation and coagulation of particulates (technical-grade applications only).

Involved in pigment and dye manufacturing as an oxidizing and complexing agent.

Safety
Signal Word: Danger

Hazard Statements:
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements:
P102: Keep out of reach of children.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an authorized waste disposal facility or return to supplier.

First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with plenty of water. Seek medical help for burns or irritation.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. Provide oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical assistance.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Contact a physician immediately.

Handling and Storage
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Avoid contact with moisture, strong bases, and reducing agents.
Handling Precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Prevent dust formation. Use appropriate PPE during handling.