Ferric Nitrate Nonahydrate CAS 7782-61-8

What is Ferric Nitrate Nonahydrate CAS 7782-61-8?

Ferric Nitrate Nonahydrate CAS 7782-61-8 is an iron(III) nitrate salt with nine molecules of water of crystallization. It is a highly water-soluble, pale purple to off-white crystalline solid that readily dissolves in water and many polar organic solvents. As a strong oxidizer, it exhibits broad utility in analytical and industrial settings where iron(III) ions and nitrate functionality are required.

Specifications

Features

• Highly Water–Soluble Iron Source – Ferric nitrate nonahydrate dissolves readily in aqueous and polar solvent systems, providing a convenient source of Fe³⁺ ions.
• Strong Oxidizing Agent – Its oxidizing nature supports use in reactions requiring electron transfer and oxidation processes.
• Versatile Inorganic Intermediate – Employed in analytical chemistry, catalysis, and surface treatment due to its reactivity with metal surfaces and organic substrates.
• Catalytic and Mordant Properties – Acts as a catalyst in various synthesis reactions and as a mordant in dyeing and textile applications.

Applications

• Analytical & Laboratory Reagent – Used as a standard reagent in qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Catalysis & Oxidation Chemistry – Serves as a catalyst or oxidant in organic and inorganic reaction systems.
• Water Treatment & Surface Conditioning – Applied in metal surface preparation, corrosion studies, and formulation of specialty cleaning agents.
• Dyeing & Textile Processing – Used as a mordant to fix dyes in fabrics and improve color fastness.

Packaging

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