Ferric Chloride Tetrahydrate CP 1kg
Ferric Chloride Tetrahydrate CP (Chemically Pure) is primarily used as a chemical reagent for detecting the presence of phenols in a sample through a colorimetric test, where a color change occurs when added to a solution containing phenols; it can also be used as a catalyst in certain organic reactions due to its Lewis acid properties.
Key points about Ferric Chloride Tetrahydrate CP in a lab:
Phenol detection:
The most common application is the “ferric chloride test,” where adding a few drops of ferric chloride solution to a sample will produce a color change (like red, green, purple, or blue) if phenols are present.
Organic synthesis catalyst:
Chemists use ferric chloride as a catalyst in various organic reactions, particularly those involving chlorination or aromatic substitution.
