| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate | 【Synonyms】
Ferric chloride hexahydrate
Ferric trichloride hexahydrate | 【CAS】
10025-77-1 | 【Formula】
Cl3FeH12O6 | 【Molecular Weight】
270.33 | 【EINECS】
231-729-4 | 【RTECS】
NO5425000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen | 【Merck】
13,4048 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1903 (G) | 【EC Class】
harmful, irritant |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Yellow to brown, odorless solid. | 【Solubility in water】
800 g/L | 【Vapor Pressure】
66 (264 C) | 【Density】
1.82 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
| 【Usage】
Used in sewage treatment and drinking water production, drying agent, as a chemical reagent. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes. | 【Eyes】
Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation is required (at least 30 minutes). |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep container closed when not in use. Corrosives area. Store protected from moisture. Do not get water inside containers. | 【Handling】
Keep container tightly closed. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Use with adequate ventilation. Discard contaminated shoes. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. | 【Skin】
Causes skin burns. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye burns. | 【Ingestion】
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. Based upon known information concerning inorganic iron-containing substances, may cause severe digestive tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and hemorrhage. May cause delayed effects including cardiovascular disturbances, liver/kidney damage, cerebral swelling, coma, and | 【Hazards】
Vapors may accumulate in confined areas (basement, tanks, hopper/tank cars, etc.). Substance will react with water (some violently), releasing corrosive and/or toxic gases. Reaction with water may generate much heat which will increase the concentration of fumes in the air. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 22 34 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36/37/39 45 | 【UN (DOT)】
1773 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
Repeated exposure may cause central nervous system damage. Repeated exposure may increase iron levels in the liver, spleen and lymphatic system. Damage may occur in the spleen and liver. Repeated exposure may cause an increase in body iron content with possible damage to the spleen and liver. | 【Exposure limit(s)】
NIOSH: 1 mg/m3 TWA | 【Poison Class】
3 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode if exposed to fire. Extinguishing media: Do NOT get water inside containers. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray. For large fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, or water spray. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. | 【Fire Potential】
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | 【Decomposition】
Hydrogen chloride, chlorine, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, chloride fumes. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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