Ferrous Chloride Tetrahydrate (CAS 13478-10-9): Comprehensive User Guide
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1. Product Introduction & Specifications
Ferrous chloride tetrahydrate (FeCl₂·4H₂O, CAS 13478-10-9) is a greenish-white crystalline compound widely used in industrial and laboratory applications. Key parameters include:
Parameter | Ferrous Chloride Tetrahydrate | Ferric Chloride | Ferrous Sulfate |
---|---|---|---|
Molecular Formula | FeCl₂·4H₂O | FeCl₃ | FeSO₄·7H₂O |
Iron Content | 28-30% | 34-38% | 19-21% |
Solubility (Water) | Highly soluble | Moderate | High |
pH Stability | 2.5-4.5 | 1.5-3.0 | 3.0-5.0 |
2. Key Applications
2.1 Wastewater Treatment
Used as a coagulant for phosphate removal and heavy metal precipitation in municipal/industrial plants.
2.2 Chemical Synthesis
Acts as a catalyst in organic reactions (e.g., Friedel-Crafts alkylation) and precursor for iron oxide pigments.
2.3 Pharmaceuticals
Essential in hemodialysis solutions and iron deficiency anemia medications.
3. Industry Use Cases
3.1 Textile Effluent Treatment
Reduced chromium(VI) levels from 12 ppm to <0.1 ppm in dyeing wastewater at pH 3.2.
3.2 Pigment Production
Enabled 98% purity yellow iron oxide synthesis via controlled hydrolysis at 80°C.
4. Client Success Stories
4.1 AquaTech Solutions (Spain)
Challenge: Remove 95% of arsenic from mining runoff.
Solution: 250 mg/L FeCl₂·4H₂O dosage at pH 4.0.
Result: Achieved 97.3% removal efficiency.
4.2 Pharmex Labs (India)
Challenge: Stabilize iron in vitamin supplements.
Solution: 0.5% w/w FeCl₂·4H₂O in formulation.
Result: 18-month shelf-life stability.
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