Ferric Chloride Lab Reagent

Product Code : SCL-LC-12185

The Ferric Chloride Lab Reagent is an inorganic iron(III) chloride chemical used in authorised chemistry, analytical, teaching and research laboratories. It is suitable for trained laboratory users, schools with supervised labs, colleges, universities, analytical labs, chemical stockrooms, distributors and procurement buyers requiring documented reagent supply.

Product Description

Ferric Chloride from Science Lab Supplies is positioned as a chemistry laboratory reagent for controlled institutional use. The supplied product name confirms ferric chloride as the chemical identity, but hydrate form, pack size, assay, grade, batch number, SDS and Certificate of Analysis must be verified before final catalogue publication.

Ferric chloride is also known as iron(III) chloride or iron trichloride. The anhydrous form is represented as FeCl₃, while common hydrated forms such as ferric chloride hexahydrate contain water of crystallisation. Because these forms differ in molecular weight, storage behaviour and labelling, final COA verification is required.

Key Features

• Defined chemical identity: ferric chloride, also known as iron(III) chloride.
• Iron salt reagent: suitable for approved chemistry and analytical procedures where ferric chloride is specified.
• Hydrate form to confirm: anhydrous or hydrated form must be verified from the final label and COA.
• Pack size to confirm: bottle quantity or net weight must be checked before publication.
• Grade to confirm: do not claim LR, AR, ACS or analytical grade without documentation.
• Corrosive handling controls: ferric chloride solutions can be acidic and corrosive, requiring PPE and SDS-led use.
• Documentation required: SDS, COA, batch number, grade and regulatory classification should be confirmed before supply.

Technical Specifications

What's Included in the Kit

• Ferric Chloride container, pack size
• Product label with batch, grade and hydrate-form details 
• Safety Data Sheet 
• Certificate of Analysis
• Outer packaging, tamper seal and export documentation

Applications / Uses

• Preparation of ferric chloride solutions under approved laboratory methods
• Teaching iron(III) salt chemistry in supervised school and college laboratories
• Analytical chemistry procedures where ferric chloride is specified
• Qualitative inorganic chemistry involving ferric ions and chloride salts
• Research work requiring documented iron(III) chloride reagent supply
• Training on weighing, dissolution, labelling and safe chemical handling

How to Use the Ferric Chloride

1. Verify the label, hydrate form, CAS number, grade, batch number and expiry date before use.
2. Read the current Safety Data Sheet and institutional laboratory procedure.
3. Wear suitable PPE, including chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection and a lab coat.
4. Use a clean, dry spatula, pipette or compatible transfer tool as applicable to the supplied form.
5. Dispense only the required quantity and avoid dust, splash or aerosol formation.
6. Dissolve or dilute only according to the approved laboratory method.
7. Close the container immediately after dispensing because ferric chloride may absorb moisture.
8. Dispose of residues according to local laboratory waste rules.

Safety note: Ferric Chloride Lab Reagent must be handled as a laboratory chemical. Ferric chloride solutions may be acidic and corrosive. Avoid inhalation, ingestion, skin contact and eye contact, and use only with SDS-approved controls and trained supervision.

Care & Maintenance

• Store in a tightly closed, clearly labelled container in a dry chemical-storage area.
• Protect from moisture, contamination, incompatible metals and strong bases.
• Use clean, compatible tools to prevent cross-contamination and corrosion.
• Do not use if the container is damaged, leaking, unlabelled, contaminated, caked or beyond verified shelf life.

Why Choose Science Lab Supplies

Science Lab Supplies manufactures and exports scientific laboratory instruments, lab experiment setups, science kits, mathematics kits, didactic models and STEM models. Its lab-chemical range supports chemistry teaching, analytical work and institutional procurement. For Ferric Chloride Lab Reagent, final publication should include verified pack size, hydrate form, assay, grade, SDS, COA and batch documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ferric Chloride Lab Reagent used for?

Ferric Chloride Lab Reagent is used in authorised chemistry laboratories for iron(III) chloride solution preparation, inorganic chemistry studies, analytical procedures and controlled teaching practicals.

What is the formula of ferric chloride?

Anhydrous ferric chloride is written as FeCl₃. Hydrated forms such as ferric chloride hexahydrate must be confirmed from the final label and COA.

What is the CAS number of ferric chloride?

Anhydrous ferric chloride is commonly listed as CAS 7705-08-0. Hydrated forms may require hydrate-specific confirmation before final publication.

Is ferric chloride hazardous?

It should be handled as a laboratory chemical. Ferric chloride solutions can be acidic and corrosive, and soluble iron salts may irritate the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

What pack size is available?

The pack size is not confirmed. Add bottle quantity, bottle volume or net weight only after checking the final product specification.

Can ferric chloride be used in schools?

Yes, only in authorised school or college laboratories under trained supervision and according to the current SDS and institutional chemical-safety procedure.

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