Iron(II,III) oxide, 97% (metals basis)

Description

CAS: 1317-61-9 | Fe3O4 | 231.53 g/mol

Mostly it is used as a black- pigment -catalyst in the Haber process and in the water gas shift reaction. It is used as a contrast-agent in MRI scanning, whereas it is used as a pigment in magnetic applications, polishing compounds, cosmetics, medicines, polymer, rubber, filler, building, construction, appliances, and magnetic inks.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1317-61-9
• Molecular Formula: Fe3O4
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 231.53
• MDL Number: MFCD00011010
• InChI Key: WTFXARWRTYJXII-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: Ferrosoferric oxide, Ferric ferrous oxide
• IUPAC Name: diiron(3+) λ²-iron(2+) tetraoxidandiide
• SMILES: [O--].[O--].[O--].[O--].[Fe++].[Fe+3].[Fe+3]

• Melting Point: 1538°C
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 25 kg
• Assay Percent Range: 97% (metals basis)
• Solubility Information: Insoluble in water and organic solvents. Soluble in concentrated mineral acids.
• Formula Weight: 231.54
• Refractive Index: 3
• Density: 5.2 g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Iron(II, III) oxide

Safety and Handling

EINECSNumber	215-277-5
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only