Iron Nitrate, primarily recognized in commerce as Iron(III) Nitrate Nonahydrate [$Fe(NO_3)_3 \cdot 9H_2O$] (CAS No. 7782-61-8), is a highly water-soluble, pale violet-to-grayish crystalline compound. Its exceptional oxidizing capabilities make it a pivotal raw material in catalyst formulation, metal finishing, and microelectronic circuit fabrication.
Synthesized by dissolving high-purity iron metal sheet or iron oxides in concentrated nitric acid under controlled exothermic parameters. The subsequent vacuum crystallization process yields crystals with highly regulated trace metal indices.
Classified as a dangerous substance under UN Class 5.1 (Oxidizing Agent), Iron Nitrate releases oxygen upon thermal decomposition, creating rapid reactivity useful in specialized explosive formulations and dye fixation processes.
Crucial precursor to synthetic magnetite ($Fe_3O_4$) catalysts utilized in the industrial Haber-Bosch ammonia synthesis and Fischer-Tropsch hydrocarbon synthesis processes.
| Technical Metric / Specification Parameter | Industrial Catalyst Grade | Microelectronic Etch Grade | Testing Methodology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale violet to greyish-white crystals | Clear, dust-free crystalline flakes | Visual Inspection |
| Assay ($Fe(NO_3)_3 \cdot 9H_2O$) | ≥ 98.0% | ≥ 99.5% | Complexometric Titration |
| Insoluble Matter in H2O | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.002% | Gravimetric Analysis |
| Free Nitric Acid ($HNO_3$) | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | Acid-Base Titration |
| Chloride ($Cl^-$) | ≤ 5 ppm | ≤ 1 ppm | Ion Chromatography |
| Sulfate ($SO_4^{2-}$) | ≤ 50 ppm | ≤ 10 ppm | Turbidimetric Method |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm | ICP-MS |
Procuring wholesale Iron Nitrate requires navigating highly volatile raw material prices (particularly nitric acid and high-grade metal scrap) and stringent environmental safety mandates across different jurisdictions.
The CHIPS Act has triggered massive demand for high-purity etching agents. Local suppliers must demonstrate strict metal trace controls (<10ppb) for semiconductor wafer polishing processes.
Importing Iron Nitrate into the EU requires comprehensive REACH chemical registration profiles. Importers look for certified compliance structures to avoid custom clearance delays.
As the hub for battery materials and bulk textile dyeing, APAC represents over 45% of global volume demand, requiring optimized shipping containers and moisture-barrier bags.
Decarbonized production routes using green nitric acid and recycled iron sources are becoming key procurement criteria for global enterprises aiming for Net-Zero targets.
From catalytic synthesis to delicate silicon wafer chemical mechanical planarization (CMP), see how Iron Nitrate functions as a vital catalyst and process agent across major industry verticals.
In high-temperature hydrogenation and Fischer-Tropsch reactors, Iron Nitrate is calcined onto silica or alumina carriers, providing active metallic sites that drive critical paraffin and olefin conversion rates.
Utilized as a high-selectivity oxidizing component in microchip wet etching chemical blends. It allows precise atomic layer removal while avoiding secondary structural damage to silicon architectures.
Acts as an efficient coagulant and nitrate dosing agent for industrial wastewater management, facilitating complex phosphate precipitation and suppressing hydrogen sulfide ($H_2S$) odors in sewage systems.
Due to the volatile market dynamics of nitric acid and clean metal feeds, spot prices vary. We utilize an index-linked pricing formula to ensure transparent, competitive long-term supply agreements.
| Order Volume Tiers | Purity Grade Offered | Estimated Price Range (FOB China Port) | Packaging Specifications | Standard Lead Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trial Volume (1 - 5 MT) | Catalyst / Industrial Grade | Contact Sales for Spot Quote | 25 kg double-lined woven PP bags | 7 - 10 Days |
| Standard Container (6 - 20 MT) | Catalyst / Industrial Grade | $1,200 - $1,550 per MT | 1000 kg UN-certified big bags on pallets | 15 - 20 Days |
| High-Volume (>20 MT / Annual Contract) | Catalyst / Industrial Grade | Index Linked (Formulaic Pricing) | Customized Bulk Packing Options | Rolling schedule / Monthly delivery |
| Ultra-Pure Electronic Grade | Microelectronic CMP Grade | Requires Technical Assessment | Cleanroom sealed HDPE containers | 20 - 30 Days (Custom Batching) |
*Note: The prices listed above are subject to fluctuation depending on market indices, global shipping surcharges, and local production regulatory environment. Official quotations remain valid for 15 days.
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Commercially supplied as formalin (37-50% solution) with methanol added as polymerization inhibitor. Solution is milky white with a pungent odor.
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• CAS No.: 100-97-0
• Formula: $C_6H_{12}N_4$
• Mol Weight: 140.19 g/mol
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