Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Ferric oxide (CAS: 1309-37-1)?
Answer
Ferric oxide (CAS: 1309-37-1) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as an iron supplement, in the production of magnetic materials, and as a pigment in paints and ceramics. It also serves as a catalyst in chemical reactions, a component in iron-based fertilizers, and is utilized in the food industry as a coloring agent. Its applications span from industrial manufacturing to research and development.
About
CAS No
1309-37-1
English Name
Ferric oxide
Molecular Formula
Fe2O3
Molecular Weight
159.69 g/mol
EINECS
215-168-2
SMILES
[O-2].[O-2].[O-2].[Fe+3].[Fe+3]
InChIKey
JEIPFZHSYJVQDO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
