Safety data for iron (II) chloride hydrate
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Synonyms: ferrous chloride hydrate,
ferrous chloride tetrahydrate, iron (II) chloride tetrahydrate,
iron dichloride tetrahydrate, iron chloride, ferrous chloride,
hydrochloric acid iron (2+) salt
Molecular formula: FeCl2 4H2O
CAS No: 13478-10-9
EINECS No:
Physical data
Appearance: light green or blue-green crystals
Melting point:
Boiling point:
Vapour density: 4.4
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm-3): 1.93
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility:
Stability
Air, moisture and light-sensitive. Incompatible with strong
oxidizing agents, most common metals.
Toxicology
Harmful if ingested. May be harmful if inhaled or absorbed
through the skin. Corrosive - causes burns. Eye, skin and respiratory irritant.
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IPR-MUS LD50 93 mg kg-1
ORL-RAT LD50 984 mg kg-1
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R22 R34 R40.
Transport information
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UN No 3260. Packing group III. Hazard class 8.0.
Personal protection
Safety glasses.
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S26 S27 S36 S37 S39.