Iron(III) nitrate nonahydrate

Iron(III) nitrate nonahydrate (CAS 7782-61-8), commonly called iron nitrate, is a crystalline iron salt supplying bioavailable ferric iron and nitrate in one water-soluble compound.

Where is Iron(III) nitrate nonahydrate used?

• Water treatment: coagulation aid and chemical oxidant
• Effluent streams: removal of phosphates, sulfides and heavy metals
• Agriculture: soluble iron source in fertigation and foliar sprays
• Catalyst manufacture: precursor for iron oxide catalysts used in ammonia synthesis
• It also serves in Fischer-Tropsch processes and dehydrogenation reactions.
• Etching of silver and silver alloys.

Formulation notes

• Contact with combustible materials must be avoided.

Typical specification

• Meets an ACS specification assay range of 98.0-101.0%.

Regulatory status

• Classified for transport under ADR as UN 1466, class 5.1, packing group III.
• REACH registered and not an SVHC substance.

Storage, packaging and handling

• Should be stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from heat and sunlight in a tightly closed original container.

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