Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate

Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate, also known as iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate or copperas, is a chemical compound with a pale blue-green color in its crystalline form. It is valued for its diverse applications across various industries, including agriculture, water treatment, and as a source of iron in nutritional supplements.

IUPAC Name: Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate

Other Name or Common Name:

Copperas

Green Vitriol

Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate

Appearance: Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate is typically found as pale blue-green crystals. The heptahydrate form indicates that it contains seven water molecules for each molecule of ferrous sulfate.

Chemical Formula: The chemical formula for Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate is FeSO47H2O, representing the presence of seven water molecules in the compound.

Molecular Weight: The molecular weight of Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate is approximately 278.01 g/mol.

Applications:

Agriculture: Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate is widely used as a soil amendment and a source of iron in agriculture. It corrects iron deficiencies in plants and promotes healthy growth.

Water Treatment: It is employed in water treatment processes to remove or reduce excess levels of phosphates and hydrogen sulfide, improving water quality.

Nutritional Supplements: Ferrous Sulphate Heptahydrate serves as a source of iron in dietary supplements and fortified foods to address iron deficiency anemia.

Dye and Pigment Production: It is used in the production of iron oxide pigments and ink formulations.

Pharmaceuticals: In the pharmaceutical industry, it may be used in the formulation of certain medications.

Wastewater Treatment: Ferrous Sulphate is used for the reduction of chromate in wastewater treatment processes.

Chemical Manufacturing: It has applications in chemical reactions and processes as a reagent or catalyst.

Packing Size: 50 Kg Packing Type: HDPE Bag