Description:
Ferric Chloride Solution is a concentrated mineral acid solution ranging from 30-45%ferric chloride.

Typical Applications and Benefits:
Ferric Chloride Solution is an excellent source of Fe³⁺ ions where the application demands a strong inorganic cationic metal salt. The applications where Ferric Chloride Solution is often the product of choice are:

• Municipal and Industrial Wastewater Treatment
  - Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) gas and odor reduction
  - TSS (Total Suspended Solids) removal
  - Phosphorous removal
  - COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) reduction
  - BOD (Biological Oxygen Demand) and TOC (Total Organic Carbon) removal
  - Sludge dewatering
  
• Municipal and Industrial Water Treatment
  - Color removal
  - Turbidity removal
  - TOC (Total Organic Carbon) reduction
• Printed Circuit Boards
  - Copper etchant

Safety:
Ferric Chloride Solution is a corrosive mineral acid that has the following ratings:
Health Rating: 2-Moderate
Flammability Rating: 0-None
Reactivity Rating: 1-Slight
Contact Rating: 2-Moderate
Protective Equipment: Goggles, Long Sleeves and Gloves

Thoroughly read and understand the information presented in the Material Safety Data Sheet prior to using Ferric Chloride Solution in laboratory, pilot plant and/or full plant applications.

Storage and Handling:
Storage tanks and piping for Ferric Chloride Solution should be constructed of materials recommended for corrosive products. FRP, PVC, HDPE and/or rubber are the materials of choice for piping and storage tanks. Metering pumps and other equipment that comes in contact with concentrated solutions of Ferric Chloride must also be constructed of acid resistant materials such as PVC, rubber, Teflon, ceramic and Hastolly C. No wetted parts should contain any metals such as carbon steel, stainless steel, brass or aluminum.
UN 2582, PG II, Class 8.

Product Addition Considerations:
Ferric Chloride Solution should be fed as a concentrated solution provided that there is adequate mixing to disperse the concentrated solution with the stream being treated. If there is not sufficient mixing then clean dilution water can be used to insure thorough distribution.

Production & Packaging:
Ferric Chloride Solution is available in the following factory packed containers from our manufacturing sites in Phillipsburg, NJ and Orangeburg, SC:

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