Synonym(s)
ferric chloride; Ferrochloride; Ferrum chloratum
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Ferric chloride, the iron chloride, is the iron salt of hydrochloric acid. Ferric chloride is present in 2 forms depending on the oxidation state:
- ferric chloride
- ferric chloride
Iron(III) chloride (FeCl3) is a solid yellowish crystalline mass which is very easily soluble in water, ethanol and ether. Iron(III) chloride is officially listed in the DAC.
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Iron(III) chloride (FeCl3) is used in medicine and cosmetics:
In medicine, ferric chloride is listed as a typical and caustic agent in the form of Solutio Ferri chlorati. It acts promptly on superficial diffuse bleeding of the skin.
In cosmetics, iron(III) chloride is used as an astringent.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer