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Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate

CAS 13478-10-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate
Product Code
380024

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
13478-10-9 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119498060-41-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV

manufacturer

Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B, B-1560 HOEILAART

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ferrous chloride tetrahydrate EC: 231-843-4 13478-10-9 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry. Air sensitive. Hygroscopic. Store under inert gas.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M). Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M). data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374. If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter B-(P2). The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Ph
0,1 at 590 g/l at ca.22 °C
Crystallisation Point
---
Density
1,93 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Vapor Pressure
13,3 hPa at 693 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Evaporation Rate
---
Odor Threshold
---
Flash Point
does not flash
Relative Density
---
Physical State
Crystals with lumps
Boiling Point
1.023 °C
Melting Point
105 - 110 °C - Elimination of water of crystallisation
Form
---
Colour
light green
Colour Intensity
---
Properties Status
---
Appearance
Crystals with lumps
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Cloud Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Odor
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
8 mPa.s at 20 °C
Freezing Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Solidification Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Physical State Data
solid
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
Softening Point
---
Solubility
Acetone at 20 °C - soluble; Alcohol at 20 °C - soluble; Benzene at 20 °C - slightly soluble; Diethylether at 20 °C - practically insoluble
Solubility In Water
ca.650 g/l at 25 °C - solubleca.1.600 g/l at 10 °C
Bulk Density
---
Voc Content
---
Vapor Density
---
Explosive Limits
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Decomposition Temperature
ca. 315 °C (anhydrous substance)
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Alkali metals

Avoid

Exposure to moisture

Incompatible

Metals

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate?

Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate is a crystals with lumps appearing as crystals with lumps with light green color. It has no data available odor.

What is the solubility of Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate?

Acetone at 20 °C - soluble; Alcohol at 20 °C - soluble; Benzene at 20 °C - slightly soluble; Diethylether at 20 °C - practically insoluble

What is Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.

What is the melting point of Iron(II) chloride tetrahydrate?

The melting point is 105 - 110 °C - Elimination of water of crystallisation and the boiling point is 1.023 °C.