Iron Oxide Yellow

Synonym(s)

: Ferric oxide Yellow, iron (III) hydroxide yellow, pigment Yellow 42

Mol. Formula

: FeH3O3

EC / List no.

: 257-098-5

CAS no.

: 51274-00-1

Molecular weight

: 106,87

It is a common iron oxide compound with iron (III) ion and oxide. It acts as an inorganic pigment. It offers durability and cost effectiveness. It is non-toxic and effective. It is used in paints.

Application

»   It is widely used in industry as pigments, processing aids, raw material component.
»   This substance is used in the following products: coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modeling clay, non-metal surface treatment products, metal surface treatment products, inks and toners.
»   It is used in machine washing liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings, adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners, cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» It is an orange-yellow solid substance.
» Odorless.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	1565
Solubility	µg/L	1.65	20 °C, soluble with water, pH=6.1-8
Density	g/ cm3	4.1-4.26	20 °C
Refractive index		3.01