Ferric chloride
Also known as: EINECS 231-729-4, FERRIC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS, Ferric Chloride Manufacturer, Ferric chloride test solution(ChP), Ferricchloride,anhydrous, Flores martis, Iron chloride (Fe2Cl3), Iron chloride (FeCl3), Iron(III) chloride, MFCD00011005, floresmartis, iron trichloride, FERRIC CHLORIDE
Ferric chloride (CAS 7705-08-0) is a compound in the Inorganic Chemicals category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula Cl3Fe and a molecular weight of 162.204 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 304ºC, a boiling point of 316ºC, a density of 2.8 and a flash point of 316ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H290, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 7705-08-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-17172-8
- Molecular Formula
- Cl3Fe
- Molecular Weight
- 162.204 g/mol
- Category
- Inorganic Chemicals
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 304ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 316ºC |
| Density | 2.8 |
| Flash Point | 316ºC |
| Exact Mass | 160.841507 |
| LogP | 2.40350 |
| Additional Property | 5.61 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mm Hg ( 194 °C) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H290
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2827399000 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ferric chloride?
The CAS number of Ferric chloride is 7705-08-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ferric chloride?
Ferric chloride has molecular formula Cl3Fe and molecular weight 162.204 g/mol.
Is Ferric chloride hazardous?
Ferric chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H290; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ferric chloride?
For Ferric chloride, Upstream Products: Thionyl chloride, Iron, Sodium bicarbonate; Downstream Products: 2-Chloropropylbenzene, Allylbenzene, 1-(9H-Carbazol-9-yl)ethanone.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ferric chloride (CAS 7705-08-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-17172-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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