Iron Metal, Reduced, Powder, Reagent

Iron Metal, Reduced, Powder is a high-purity chemical compound with the symbol 'Fe' and atomic number 26. This reagent-grade powder is utilized in various chemical applications, making it an essential component in laboratories and industrial processes.

Key Features:

• Reduced Form: Provides effective chemical reactivity for diverse applications.
• Chemical CAS Number: 7439-89-6, ensuring clear identification and compliance with safety standards.
• Chemical Formula: Fe, representing its elemental form.
• Assay (Fe) Minimum: 96.0%, ensuring high-quality material for reliable results.
• Insolubility in Sulfuric Acid: 0.2-0.9%, indicative of chemical stability.
• Manganese Content: 0.2-0.6%, adding to the material's integrity.
• Maximum Sulfide (as S): ≤0.02% and Phosphorus (P): ≤0.012%, ensuring minimal impurities.
• Flammability Rating: 2, indicating cautious handling is required.
• Reactivity Rating: 1, showing low chemical reactivity under standard conditions.

Applications:

This reagent is widely used in the Bechamp reduction process, specifically for the reduction of nitrobenzene to aniline. It also plays a crucial role in:

• Water purification processes.
• Sewage treatment.
• As a coloring agent in paints.
• Additive in animal feed.
• Etching copper in various industrial applications.

Chemical Specifications:

Chemical Characteristics	Reduced
Chemical Formula Weight	A.W. 55.85
Chemical Storage Info	Moisture-sensitive: Keep tightly closed.
Chemical DOT Description	Metal powder, flammable, n.o.s. (iron metal, powder)
Chemical Hazard Class	4.1
Chemical Packaging Group	PG III
Chemical UPS Limit	0 lb

Hazard Information:

Ratings
Health1
Flammability2

Chemical Category:

Metals