Iron(III) Oxide

Product Introduction

Iron(III) Oxide (Fe₂O₃), also known as iron oxide red or ferric oxide, is an inorganic compound with: Chemical Formula: Fe₂O₃; Molecular Weight: 159.69; CAS Number: 1309-37-1; Appearance: orange-red to purple-red powder, trigonal crystal system; Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in HCl and H₂SO₄, slightly soluble in HNO₃ and alcohol; Stability: stable at room temperature, in air and humidity; Purity: ≥99%; Particle Size: fine powder (standard) or nano-sized with higher specific surface area.

Application Fields

• Coatings & Pigments: red pigment, rust-preventive paint with excellent water resistance
• Magnetic Materials: ferrite cores for electronics
• Polishing Agents: precision instrument and optical glass polishing
• Catalysts: chemical industry catalyst
• Filler: coloring and filling in plastics, leather, asbestos
• Analytical Reagent: chemical analysis
• Food & Feed: food coloring (e.g. red bean rice), pet food pigment
• Cosmetics: UV-absorbing nano-oxide in sunscreens
• Medical & Bio: sensors and catalysts

Packaging Requirements

Moisture-proof polyethylene, woven or kraft bags;
Sealed to prevent moisture;
Label: name, composition, date, shelf life, instructions;
Specs: 25 kg/bag (standard), 1 kg/bag or 20 kg/drum (nano oxide in inert-gas bag).

Storage and Transportation

Storage: dry, ventilated, away from sunlight, acids, strong oxidizers;
Transport: dedicated vehicles, protect from shock and moisture; handlers wear PPE.