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Iron Fillings Extra Pure

Original price was: $ 19.75.Current price is: $ 19.67.

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Iron Fillings Extra Pure consist of finely divided iron particles produced from high-grade iron, offering high purity and excellent reactivity. These filings are widely used in educational laboratories for demonstrating magnetic field lines and for experiments involving magnetism and ferromagnetism. In chemical reactions, they serve as a convenient source of iron for redox and displacement reactions. Their consistent particle size and minimal impurities make them suitable for analytical applications, metallurgical studies, and various industrial processes where controlled iron content is required. Iron fillings should be stored in a dry environment to prevent oxidation and rust formation.

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Iron Fillings Extra Pure

Primary Uses

  1. Magnetism Demonstrations:
     Widely used in physics labs to visually demonstrate magnetic field lines and the effect of magnetic poles using magnets and iron filings. 
  2. Redox and Corrosion Experiments:
     Used in chemistry labs to study oxidation, reduction, and rust formation under various atmospheric or chemical conditions. 
  3. Thermite Reactions:
     Acts as the iron source in exothermic thermite experiments when reacted with aluminum powder, producing molten iron and demonstrating energetic redox chemistry. 

Secondary Uses

  1. Catalytic Studies:
     Used in reaction kinetics or catalysis experiments as a surface for specific redox or decomposition reactions (e.g., in hydrogen peroxide breakdown). 
  2. Separation Techniques Practice:
     Employed in mechanical separation exercises, particularly in educational settings to show how magnetic separation works in mixtures. 
  3. Material Science Education:
     Utilized for metal analysis, structure comparison, and particle morphology studies in metallurgy and materials science curricula.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Basic Identification Attributes

  • Product Name: Iron Fillings
  • Chemical Name: Iron (Fe)
  • Grade: Extra Pure
  • Formula: Fe
  • Appearance: Gray metallic particles or shavings
  • Odor: Odorless

2. Composition

  • Iron (Fe): ≥99% (metallic form)
  • Impurities: Trace elements such as carbon, manganese, or silica (negligible in Extra Pure grade)
  • Particle Size: Fine, irregular metallic filings

3. Physical & Chemical Properties

  • Melting Point: ~1538 °C
  • Boiling Point: ~2862 °C
  • Density: ~7.87 g/cm³
  • Solubility: Insoluble in water
  • Magnetism: Strongly magnetic
  • Stability: Stable in dry air but oxidizes slowly when exposed to moisture

4. Safety & Hazard Attributes

  • GHS Classification:
     ⚠️ Not classified as hazardous, but may pose a dust or fire hazard if particles are airborne.
  • PPE Requirements:
    • Safety goggles
    • Gloves
    • Dust mask or respirator (when grinding or in powder form)
    • Lab coat
  • First Aid Measures:
    • Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if irritation occurs
    • Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water
    • Eye Contact: Rinse with water for several minutes
    • Ingestion: Rinse mouth; seek medical help
  • Fire Hazards:
    • Finely divided filings may be flammable; use dry sand or Class D fire extinguisher
    • Avoid water on burning metal

5. Storage & Handling Attributes

  • Storage Conditions:
    • Store in a dry, airtight container
    • Avoid exposure to moisture to prevent rusting
    • Keep away from strong acids and oxidizers
  • Handling Tips:
    • Handle with care to avoid creating fine airborne dust
    • Clean up spills promptly to avoid slipping or contamination

6. Laboratory Applications

  • Primary Uses:
    • Demonstrating magnetic properties of metals
    • Reactivity experiments with acids (e.g., HCl to form FeCl₂ and H₂ gas)
    • Redox reaction demonstrations
    • Synthesis of iron salts
    • Education in electrochemical series and single displacement reactions
  • Secondary Uses:
    • Simulations of meteorite or planetary core material
    • Visualizing magnetic field lines when used with magnets
    • Component in thermite mixtures for combustion studies
    • Creating iron oxide pigments via controlled oxidation
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

  • Wear a lab coat, nitrile gloves, and safety goggles.
  • Use a dust mask or respirator if dust or fine particles are generated.

Handling:

  • Avoid creating or inhaling dust.
  • Keep away from strong oxidizers and acids.
  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Storage:

  • Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place.
  • Keep the container tightly closed to avoid moisture exposure.
  • Avoid contact with moisture to prevent rusting.

FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation:

  • Move to fresh air.
  • Seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms persist.

Skin Contact:

  • Wash skin with soap and water.
  • Remove contaminated clothing.
  • Get medical advice if irritation occurs.

Eye Contact:

  • Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
  • Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
  • Continue rinsing and seek medical help if needed.

Ingestion:

  • Rinse mouth with water.
  • Do not induce vomiting.
  • Seek medical attention if large quantities are ingested or symptoms develop.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flammability:

  • Iron filings are not flammable but may ignite when finely divided and exposed to flame or high heat.

Extinguishing Media:

  • Use dry sand, Class D fire extinguisher, or dry powder.
  • Do NOT use water or CO₂, as it may react with hot metal.

Hazardous Combustion Products:

  • May emit iron oxides.

Firefighter Protection:

  • Wear full protective gear and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Avoid using water-based extinguishers on burning metal.

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