Ferric Chloride Water Treatment

Ferric chloride is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula FeCl3. It is a dark brown, corrosive, and water-soluble solid. Ferric chloride is commonly used as a flocculant, coagulant, and etchant in various industrial and laboratory applications. It is also used in water treatment, wastewater treatment, metal surface treatment, and as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions.

Ferric chloride is an inorganic compound with the formula FeCl3. It is a dark brown, corrosive, and water-soluble solid commonly used as a flocculant, coagulant, and etchant.

• Product name: Ferric Chloride

• CAS Number: 7705-08-0

• UN NO.:1773

• HS.Code: 2827.39

• Molecular Formula: FeCl3

• Purity (%): 40%, 96%-98%

• Appearance: red-brown liquid or dark brown crystalline solid

• Shape: Irregularly shaped crystals or powder

• Packing: Bags, drums, or bulk containers

Uses:

• Water Treatment: Widely used in water and wastewater treatment to remove impurities, forming insoluble precipitates.

• Etching: Applied in electronics manufacturing and PCB production for copper removal and circuit pattern creation.

• Coagulant and Flocculant: Used in water treatment to aggregate fine particles for easier removal and aid in clumping suspended solids.

• Sewage Treatment: Added in sewage treatment to assist in phosphorus removal and odor control.

• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in metal etching, finishing, and cleaning.

• Catalyst: Used as a catalyst in chemical reactions, including dye, pharmaceutical, and perfume production.

• Pigment and Ink Production: Utilized for coloration and stability in pigments and inks.

• Laboratory Reagent: Used in chemical labs for various tests and experiments.