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Iron(II,III) oxide, 97% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11331769
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Description

Mostly it is used as a black- pigment -catalyst in the Haber process and in the water gas shift reaction. It is used as a contrast-agent in MRI scanning, whereas it is used as a pigment in magnetic applications, polishing compounds, cosmetics, medicines, polymer, rubber, filler, building, construction, appliances, and magnetic inks.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 1317-61-9
Molecular Formula Fe3O4
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 231.53
MDL Number MFCD00011010
InChI Key WTFXARWRTYJXII-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym Ferrosoferric oxide, Ferric ferrous oxide
IUPAC Name diiron(3+) λ²-iron(2+) tetraoxidandiide
SMILES [O--].[O--].[O--].[O--].[Fe++].[Fe+3].[Fe+3]

Specifications

Melting Point 1538°C
Physical Form Powder
Quantity 1 kg
Assay Percent Range 97% (metals basis)
Solubility Information Insoluble in water and organic solvents. Soluble in concentrated mineral acids.
Formula Weight 231.54
Refractive Index 3
Density 5.2 g/mL
Chemical Name or Material Iron(II, III) oxide

Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • Iron(II,III) oxide
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H315-Causes skin irritation.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
 Precautionary Statement
  • 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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