USALCO Ferric Sulfate (50%)

USALCO Ferric Sulfate (50%) is an effective liquid coagulant that is based on trivalent iron (Fe3+). It is produced by the reaction of high-purity iron ore with sulfuric acid. The product is effective for clarifying both drinking water and wastewater and can be used for removing turbidity, color, phosphate, and heavy metals. It is used in lime softening processes and for sludge treatment.

Functions: Coagulant

Chemical Family: Iron & Iron Compounds, Sulfates

Applicable Processes: Color Removal, Dewatering, Drinking Water Treatment, Heavy Metals Removal, Hydrogen Sulfide Control, Industrial Water Treatment, Lime Softening, Phosphorus Removal, Sludge Treatment, Suspended Solids Removal, Turbidity Removal, Wastewater Treatment, Water Clarification

Features: Corrosion Resistance, Low Odor

Synonyms: Diiron Tris(Sulphate), Diiron Trisulfate, Iron(III) Sulfate, Iron(III) Sulfate(VI)

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Iron & Iron Compounds,
Sulfates
Chemical Name: Ferric Sulfate
Industrial Additives Functions: Coagulant
Technologies: Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families: Industrial Additives & Materials — Water Treatment Chemicals
Water Treatment Additives

Features & Benefits

Industrial Additives Features: Corrosion Resistance,
Low Odor

Applications & Uses

Markets: Industrial
Applications: Industrial — Power, Water & Utilities
Water Treatment
Applicable Processes: Color Removal,
Dewatering,
Drinking Water Treatment,
Heavy Metals Removal,
Hydrogen Sulfide Control,
Industrial Water Treatment,
Lime Softening,
Phosphorus Removal,
Sludge Treatment,
Suspended Solids Removal,
Turbidity Removal,
Wastewater Treatment,
Water Clarification
Principal Uses: Drinking water - removal of suspended and dissolved matter, color removal. Wastewater treatment – turbidity removal, phosphate removal, heavy metal removal. As well as lime softening applications.
Product Usage Information: Used in industrial and municipal water and wastewater treatment as a primary coagulant for the removal of turbidity, color, suspended solids, heavy metals, and phosphorus; sludge conditioning, compaction, and volume reduction.

Oily wastewater clarification and dissolved air flotation; and emulsion breaking.

Effectively be used in Hydrogen Sulfide control applications to reduce odor and corrosion. Has a low free acidity often reducing caustic or lime demand.

Properties

Physical Form: Liquid
Appearance: Dark Liquid
Typical Properties
Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Iron (III)	9.5 - 10.5	%	—
Iron (II)	max. 0.20	%	—

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	1.38 - 1.54	—	—
pH	max. 2.0	—	—
Free Acid	max. 0.5	%	—
Water Insoluble Matter	max. 0.1	%	—
Freezing Point	max. -18	°C	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: NSF Approved,
NSF/ANSI 60,
NSF/ANSI/CAN 60
Certification: USALCO Ferric Sulfate (50%) (IS3080) is NSF/ANSI/CAN Standard 60 certified for use in potable water treatment up to 600 mg/l.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Bulk,
Totes (IBC)
Packaging Information: 275-gallon IBCs (totes), tank trucks and railcars.

Storage & Handling

Handling: Observe caution when handling corrosive materials.