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Iron(II) Chloride

CAS #: 7758-94-3
Linear Formula:
FeCl2
MDL Number
MFCD00011004
EC No.:
231-843-4

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Iron(II) Chloride Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula Cl2Fe
Molecular Weight 126.75
Appearance tan solid
Melting Point 677° C
Boiling Point 1,023° C
Density 3.16 g/cm3
Solubility in H2O N/A
Exact Mass 197.915
Monoisotopic Mass 197.915

Iron(II) Chloride Health & Safety Information

Signal Word Danger
Hazard Statements H302-H314
Hazard Codes C
Precautionary Statements P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Flash Point Not applicable
Risk Codes 22-34
Safety Statements 26-36/37/39-45
RTECS Number NO5400000
Transport Information UN3260 - DOT NA1759 - class 8 - PG 2 - Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s., HI: all
WGK Germany 1
GHS Pictogram
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Corrosive - GHS05
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Exclamation Point - GHS07

About Iron(II) Chloride

High purity Iron(II) ChlorideChloride IonIron(II) Chloride (Iron dichloride) is an excellent water soluble crystalline Iron source for uses compatible with chlorides. Hydrate or anhydrous forms may be purchased. Chloride compounds can conduct electricity when fused or dissolved in water. Chloride materials can be decomposed by electrolysis to chlorine gas and the metal. They are formed through various chlorination processes whereby at least one chlorine anion (Cl-) is covalently bonded to the relevant metal or cation. Ultra high purity and proprietary formulations can be prepared. The chloride ion controls fluid equilibrium and pH levels in metabolic systems. They can form either inorganic or organic compounds. Iron Chloride is generally immediately available in most volumes. High purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. We also produce Iron Chloride Solution. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Synonyms

Iron dichloride, Ferrous chloride, iron(2+) dichloride, dichloroiron, iron chloride anhydrous, iron(II) chloride anhydrous, iron chloride

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula FeCl2
Pubchem CID 24458
MDL Number MFCD00011004
EC No. 231-843-4
IUPAC Name iron(2+); dichloride
Beilstein/Reaxys No. N/A
SMILES Cl[Fe]Cl
InchI Identifier InChI=1S/2ClH.Fe/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2
InchI Key NMCUIPGRVMDVDB-UHFFFAOYSA-L
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Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

Related Elements

See more Iron products. Iron (atomic symbol: Fe, atomic number: 26) is a Block D, Group 8, Period 4 element with an atomic weight of 55.845. The number of electrons in each of Iron's shells is 2, 8, 14, 2 and its electron configuration is [Ar] 3d6 4s2. Iron Bohr ModelThe iron atom has a radius of 126 pm and a Van der Waals radius of 194 pm. Iron was discovered by humans before 5000 BC. In its elemental form, iron has a lustrous grayish metallic appearance. Iron is the fourth most common element in the Earth's crust and the most common element by mass forming the earth as a whole. Iron is rarely found as a free element, since it tends to oxidize easily; it is usually found in minerals such as magnetite, hematite, goethite, limonite, or siderite.Elemental Iron Though pure iron is typically soft, the addition of carbon creates the alloy known as steel, which is significantly stronger.

Chlorine is a Block P, Group 17, Period 3 element. Its electron configuration is [Ne]3s23p5. The chlorine atom has a covalent radius of 102±4 pm and its Van der Waals radius is 175 pm. Chlorine ModelIn its elemental form, chlorine is a yellow-green gas. Chlorine is the second lightest halogen after fluorine. It has the third highest electronegativity and the highest electron affinity of all elements, making it a strong oxidizing agent. It is rarely found by itself in nature. Chlorine was discovered and first isolated by Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1774. It was first recognized as an element by Humphry Davy in 1808.