Ferric Chloride, as Hexahydrate, Certified, 40.0% (w/v) ±2.0%, LabChem™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 10025-77-1, 7732-18-5, 7647-01-0
• Molecular Formula: Cl3FeH12O6
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 270.29
• MDL Number: MFCD00149712
• InChI Key: NQXWGWZJXJUMQB-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• Synonym: Ferric chloride hexahydrate, Iron Trichloride, Perchlorure de Fer
• PubChem CID: 24380  
• ChEBI: CHEBI:30808
• IUPAC Name: iron(3+) hexahydrate trichloride
• SMILES: O.O.O.O.O.O.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Cl-].[Fe+3]

• Color: Amber
• CAS Max %: 40, 54.9, 5.1
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Quantity: 1 L
• Linear Formula: FeCl₃·6H₂O
• UN Number: UN3264
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 270.3
• Percent Purity: 40.0% ±2.0% (w/v)
• Grade: Certified
• Identification: Passes Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Specific Gravity: 1.4g/mL
• Decomposition Information: Hydrogen chloride; Iron oxide; Thermal decomposition generates: Corrosive vapors
• Density: 1.4g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Ferric Chloride, as Hexahydrate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Do not breathe mist, vapors, spray. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If on skin (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature