Liquid Ferric Chloride

General Description

Water Solution of Iron III Chloride (FeCl₃).

Specification

Ferric Chloride (FeCl₃)
37.0 - 42.0%

Ferrous Chloride (FeCl₂)
0.75% maximum

Free Acid as HCI
3.5% maximum

Insolubles (Anhydrous Basis)
9.5% maximum

Properties

Appearance
Dark brown liquid

Specific Gravity
1.38 to 1.49

Viscosity at 44^o F
12.1 centipoises for a 40% solution

Containers

Tank Trucks
DOT MC-310, 311 or 312 (rubber lined)

Tank Cars
DOT 103 B-W, 111A-100 W-5, (Rubber LIned)

Plastic Drums
DOT 34 (polyethylene)

Descriptions for Shipping:

Specification
Ferric Chloride (FeCl₃)	37.0 - 42.0%
Ferrous Chloride (FeCl₂)	0.75% maximum
Free Acid as HCI	3.5% maximum
Insolubles (Anhydrous Basis)	9.5% maximum

Properties
Appearance	Dark brown liquid
Specific Gravity	1.38 to 1.49
Viscosity at 44^o F	12.1 centipoises for a 40% solution

Containers
Tank Trucks	DOT MC-310, 311 or 312 (rubber lined)
Tank Cars	DOT 103 B-W, 111A-100 W-5, (Rubber LIned)
Plastic Drums	DOT 34 (polyethylene)

DOT Shipping Papers

1. Tank Truck or Tank Car

RQ Ferric Chloride Solution; Corrosive Material; UN 2582 Corrosive Placards; C
rude Chloride of Iron - not less than 50% water.

2. Drum or Sample

Ferric Chloride Solution; Corrosive Material; UN 2582;
LTD Qty: Crude Chloride of Iron - not less than 50% water.

3. Export Shipping Papers

IMCO Description: FERRIC CHLORIDE, SOLUTION: UN 2582: IMCO Class B; INDG code page 8173: EmS 8-08; mFAG Table 700.

Label: Apply IMCO Corrosive Label No. 8

Miscellaneous

CAS No: 7705-08-0

Reportable Quanity: RQ 1,000 pounds (about 200 gallons)

For Chemical Emergency Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure or Accident,
Call CHEMTREC, Day/Night at 800.424.9300.

Always read and follow the product label and Material Safety Date Sheet (MSDS) that are shipped with each order.

The information presented herein is based on data considered to be accurate and that reflects the requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standards in effect as of the date of preparation of this Product Specification Sheet. However, no warranty or representation, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the foregoing data and safety information. In addition, no responsibility can be assumed by vendor for any damage or injury resulting from abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to recommended practices or from any hazards inherent in the nature of the product.