Iron Oxide Nanoparticles/Nanopowder (Fe2O3, Alpha, 30-50nm, purity 99.5% )
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Iron Oxide Nanoparticles / Nanopowder (α-Fe₂O₃, 30–50 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) | 30–50 nm |
Morphology | Nearly Spherical / Irregular |
Crystal Structure | Hexagonal (Rhombohedral) |
Density | 5.26 g/cm³ |
Specific Surface Area (BET) | 30–70 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 consistent chemical and physical properties.
Controlled Nanoscale Size (30–50 nm) for enhanced surface area and reactivity.
Stable α-Fe₂O₃ Phase: Thermally and chemically robust.
Red-Brown Fine Powder: Easy to disperse in liquids, polymers, and composites.
Magnetic Properties: Useful for magnetic and biomedical applications.
Uniform Morphology: Ensures homogeneous dispersion and reliable performance.
High Surface Area: Increases adsorption, catalytic, and photocatalytic efficiency.
Applications
1. Catalysis:
Serves as catalyst or catalyst support in oxidation and redox reactions.
Used in chemical manufacturing and environmental catalysis.
2. Magnetic Materials & Electronics:
Suitable for ferrofluids, magnetic sensors, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies.
3. Pigments & Coatings:
Red-brown pigment in paints, coatings, and ceramics.
Provides UV and thermal stability in formulations.
4. Environmental & Water Treatment:
Adsorbent for heavy metals and contaminants in water.
Useful in wastewater treatment and pollutant remediation.
5. Biomedical & Research Applications:
Investigated for drug delivery, biosensors, and hyperthermia therapy (research grade).
6. Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials:
Applied in nanocomposites, photocatalysis, and energy storage systems.
Useful in spintronics, magnetic devices, and functional materials research.