Potassium Ferricyanide 500gm
Product Description
Potassium Ferricyanide (K₃[Fe(CN)₆]) is a red crystalline inorganic compound widely used as an oxidizing agent and laboratory reagent in analytical chemistry, research, and various industrial applications. It contains the ferricyanide anion and is known for its characteristic bright red color and useful oxidation-reduction properties.
Potassium Ferricyanide is commonly used in redox reactions, analytical chemistry, metal treatment, photographic processing, pigment-related applications, and laboratory research. In analytical laboratories, it can be used as a reagent for detecting ferrous ions and for studying oxidation-reduction and electron-transfer reactions.
Key Features
- Chemical Name: Potassium Ferricyanide
- Chemical Formula: K₃[Fe(CN)₆]
- CAS Number: 13746-66-2
- Molecular Weight: 329.25 g/mol
- Appearance: Bright Red Crystalline Solid
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Soluble in Water; Insoluble in Alcohol
- Purity: ≥99%
- Grade: Analytical Reagent Grade
- pH (1% Solution): Neutral to Slightly Acidic
- Pack Size: 500gm
- Product Type: Laboratory Chemical Reagent
Applications
Analytical Chemistry
Potassium Ferricyanide is widely used in analytical chemistry as an oxidizing reagent in suitable redox reactions and laboratory procedures. It can also be used for the detection of ferrous Fe²⁺ ions, where characteristic color reactions may occur.
It is useful for chemical analysis, redox studies, and laboratory experiments involving electron-transfer reactions.
Laboratory Research
Potassium Ferricyanide is used in research laboratories for studying oxidation-reduction reactions, coordination chemistry, electrochemical processes, and electron-transfer behavior. It can also be used in educational laboratories for appropriate chemistry experiments and demonstrations.
Photographic Applications
Potassium Ferricyanide has been used in traditional photographic processing, particularly in bleaching and toning processes. Its oxidizing properties make it useful in selected photographic chemical formulations.
Electroplating and Metal Finishing
The compound may be used in certain metal treatment, surface finishing, and electrochemical applications where ferricyanide chemistry is appropriate.
Pigments and Dyes
Potassium Ferricyanide is associated with the preparation of certain iron-based pigments and chemical formulations. It may be used in processes involving the formation of characteristic blue-colored iron complexes.
Why Choose Potassium Ferricyanide 500gm?
- High-purity analytical reagent suitable for laboratory applications
- Useful oxidizing reagent for appropriate redox reactions
- Suitable for analytical chemistry and research
- Useful in selected photographic and industrial applications
- Suitable for educational and research laboratories
- Characteristic bright red crystalline appearance
- Water-soluble laboratory reagent
- Convenient 500gm pack size
- Suitable for institutional and laboratory requirements
Where to Buy Potassium Ferricyanide 500gm in Bangladesh?
Potassium Ferricyanide 500gm is available through laboratory chemical suppliers and scientific equipment distributors in Bangladesh. M/S Bright Scientific Co. supplies laboratory chemicals, scientific instruments, laboratory glassware, and laboratory consumables to universities, research laboratories, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, industries, educational institutions, and other organizations.
Why Buy from M/S Bright Scientific Co.?
- Trusted Laboratory Supplier: Serving educational, research, industrial, pharmaceutical, and laboratory sectors.
- Quality Products: Laboratory chemicals supplied according to available product specifications.
- Competitive Pricing: Suitable pricing for individual, institutional, and bulk requirements.
- Nationwide Delivery: Delivery support available across Bangladesh.
- Professional Support: Assistance with product information, availability, and laboratory requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Potassium Ferricyanide?
Potassium Ferricyanide is an inorganic coordination compound with the chemical formula K₃[Fe(CN)₆]. It is commonly used as an oxidizing reagent and laboratory chemical.
2. What is the CAS number of Potassium Ferricyanide?
The CAS number of Potassium Ferricyanide is 13746-66-2.
3. What is the molecular weight of Potassium-Ferricyanide?
The molecular weight is 329.25 g/mol.
4. What is the pack size of this product?
This product is supplied in a 500gm pack size.
5. What is the chemical formula?
The chemical formula is K₃[Fe(CN)₆].
6. What is the appearance of Potassium-Ferricyanide?
It is typically supplied as a bright red crystalline solid.
7. Is Potassium-Ferricyanide soluble in water?
Yes. Potassium-Ferricyanide is soluble in water and generally insoluble in alcohol.
8. What is Potassium-Ferricyanide used for?
It is used in analytical chemistry, redox reactions, laboratory research, photographic processing, selected electrochemical applications, metal finishing, and pigment-related processes.
9. Can Potassium-Ferricyanide be used to detect ferrous ions?
Yes. It can be used as a reagent in suitable analytical procedures for detecting ferrous Fe²⁺ ions, producing characteristic color reactions.
10. Is Potassium-Ferricyanide suitable for laboratory research?
Yes. It is commonly used in appropriate laboratory research, analytical chemistry, educational experiments, and oxidation-reduction studies.
11. What grade is this Potassium-Ferricyanide?
The supplied specification describes it as Analytical Reagent Grade with a stated purity of ≥99%.
12. How should Potassium-Ferricyanide be stored?
Store it in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials, excessive heat, and direct sunlight.
13. What safety precautions should be followed?
Use appropriate gloves, protective eyewear, and laboratory clothing. Avoid direct contact and follow the manufacturer’s SDS for detailed safety, handling, and storage requirements.
14. Is Potassium-Ferricyanide the same as Potassium-Ferrocyanide?
No. They are different compounds. Potassium-Ferricyanide has the formula K₃[Fe(CN)₆] and CAS No. 13746-66-2, while Potassium Ferrocyanide has the formula K₄[Fe(CN)₆].
LABORATORY USE ONLY, NO ANOTHER USE.
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