Iron Oxide Nanoparticles/Nanopowder (Fe2O3, Alpha, 20-30nm, purity 99.5%)
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Iron Oxide Nanoparticles / Nanopowder (α-Fe₂O₃, 20–30 nm, Purity 99.5%)
Technical Specifications
Property | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Name | Iron(III) Oxide (α-Fe₂O₃, Hematite) |
CAS Number | 1309-37-1 |
Molecular Weight | 159.69 g/mol |
Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
Appearance / Color | Red-Brown Fine Powder |
Particle Size (Average) | 20–30 nm |
Morphology | Nearly Spherical / Irregular |
Crystal Structure | Hexagonal (Rhombohedral) |
Density | 5.26 g/cm³ |
Specific Surface Area (BET) | 40–80 m²/g |
Melting Point | 1565 °C |
Boiling Point | Decomposes above 2000 °C |
Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in strong acids |
Magnetic Properties | Weakly ferromagnetic / Antiferromagnetic (α-phase) |
pH (in aqueous suspension) | ~7.0 |
Stability | Chemically stable; non-hygroscopic under normal conditions |
Key Features
High Purity (≥ 99.5%) ensures minimal contamination.
Nanoscale Particle Size (20–30 nm) for high surface area and enhanced reactivity.
Stable α-Fe₂O₃ (Hematite) Phase: Chemically and thermally stable.
Red-Brown Fine Powder: Easy to handle, disperse, and process.
Magnetic Properties: Suitable for magnetic and biomedical applications.
Uniform Morphology: Promotes consistent behavior in composites and coatings.
High Surface Area: Increases catalytic and adsorption efficiency.
Applications
1. Catalysis:
Acts as a catalyst or catalyst support in chemical reactions, oxidation processes, and photocatalysis.
2. Magnetic Materials & Electronics:
Used in ferrofluids, magnetic storage devices, sensors, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) research.
3. Pigments & Coatings:
High-quality red-brown pigment for paints, ceramics, and coatings.
Provides stability under heat and UV exposure.
4. Environmental & Water Treatment:
Adsorbent for heavy metals and pollutants.
Used in wastewater treatment and pollutant removal studies.
5. Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Research:
Investigated for drug delivery, biosensors, and hyperthermia therapy (research grade).
6. Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials:
Applied in nanocomposites, energy storage, and photocatalytic applications.
Useful in spintronic devices and advanced functional materials.