Ferric Chloride Analytical Reagent
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Product Code : SCL-CA-12629
Quick Answer: Ferric Chloride Analytical Reagent is iron(III) chloride, a reagent for ferric-ion work, chemical analysis and solution preparation. It may be anhydrous FeCl3 (about 162.20 g/mol) or the hexahydrate FeCl3·6H2O (270.30 g/mol).
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
- Also called iron(III) chloride, iron trichloride or ferric trichloride
- CAS 7705-08-0 for the anhydrous salt; 10025-77-1 for the hexahydrate
- Hydrate form affects molecular weight, moisture behaviour and solution concentration
- Kept away from skin, eyes, clothing and metals; handled with PPE
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | FeCl3 (anhydrous); FeCl3·6H2O (hexahydrate) |
| Molecular weight | About 162.20 g/mol (anhydrous); 270.30 g/mol (hexahydrate) |
| CAS number | 7705-08-0 (anhydrous); 10025-77-1 (hexahydrate) |
| Synonyms | Iron(III) chloride, iron trichloride, ferric trichloride |
About This Product
Ferric chloride is used to make up iron(III) chloride solutions for practicals and in analysis procedures that specify it. It supports lessons on ferric ions, chloride salts, hydrolysis and the behaviour of inorganic salts. Whether the material is anhydrous or hexahydrate decides the mass needed for a given concentration. Staff handle it with eye and skin protection, avoiding dust or mist and contact with incompatible materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How do the anhydrous and hexahydrate forms of ferric chloride differ?
Anhydrous FeCl3 has a molecular weight of about 162.20 g/mol and CAS 7705-08-0. The hexahydrate, FeCl3·6H2O, is 270.30 g/mol with CAS 10025-77-1. Solution calculations use the form actually supplied.
Related: Chemical Analysis, Pure Calcium Chloride Fused, High Quality Potassium Chloride.
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