Iron(III) Oxide Powder, >99%
Product Description
Our high-purity Iron(III) Oxide Red (Fe₂O₃, >99%) provides a stable inorganic pigment suitable for cosmetic coloration, industrial coatings, ceramic processing, plastics, and advanced materials R&D. The material offers excellent tinting strength, lightfastness, and chemical stability, making it a preferred iron oxide for both commercial formulation and laboratory workflows.
Supplied as a fine, free-flowing red powder, this grade disperses uniformly in aqueous, solvent, and oil-based systems, ensuring consistent color development and batch-to-batch performance.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Iron(III) Oxide |
| Synonyms | Ferric oxide, Red iron oxide, Fe₂O₃ |
| CAS Number | 1309-37-1 |
| EC Number | 215-168-2 |
| Purity | >99% |
| Form | Powder |
| Appearance | Red, free-flowing pigment powder |
| Molecular Formula | Fe₂O₃ |
| Molar Mass | 159.69 g/mol |
| Melting Point | >1,560 °C |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes |
| Storage Conditions | Store tightly sealed, cool, and dry; protect from moisture and contamination |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; dispersible in oils, solvents, and aqueous systems |
Applications
• Cosmetics: foundations, lip products, blushes, eye pigments, tinted creams
• Pigments and coatings: paints, inks, varnishes, and industrial finishes
• Ceramics and glass coloration
• Plastics and polymer coloration
• Artistic materials and resins
• General research workflows requiring stable inorganic pigments
Quality & Compliance
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High-purity pigment-grade oxide with controlled impurities
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Excellent tinting strength, opacity, and dispersion behavior
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Lightfast, non-bleeding, and thermally stable
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Complies with applicable pigment safety and GHS guidelines
Packaging & Availability
Packaged in sealed HDPE or fiber containers to maintain pigment integrity and prevent contamination. Standard pack sizes include:
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1 kg
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Custom quantities available upon request
Safety Information
GHS Classification:
Not classified as hazardous under normal use; avoid inhalation of fine powders.
Hazard Statements:
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May cause mild respiratory irritation if dust is generated
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Mechanical irritation possible with prolonged exposure
Use gloves, goggles, and dust protection when handling powders.
Ordering Information
| Catalog No. | Product Description | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| FEO-99R-1K | Iron(III) Oxide Red, >99% Purity | 1 kg |
| FEO-99R-CUST | Iron(III) Oxide Red, >99% Purity | Custom |