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Iron(II) acetate, anhydrous, Fe 29.5% min
Description
Iron(II) acetate is used as a mordant by the dye industry, as a catalyst in organic oxidation reactions and in carbon nanotube synthesis. It is used as a precursor in the production of other iron compounds.
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Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 190°C to 200°C (decomposition) |
| Color | Brown |
| Physical Form | Lump/Powder |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
| IUPAC Name | iron(2+);diacetate |
| Formula Weight | 173.94 |
| Odor | Characteristic |
| Sensitivity | Air and moisture sensitive |
| Chemical Name or Material | Iron(II) acetate, anhydrous |
Safety and Handling
- Iron(II) acetate, anhydrous
- Warning
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P405-Store locked up.
- P501-Dispose of contents/container to .
RUO – Research Use Only
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