Ferric pyrophosphate
Agent Name
Ferric pyrophosphate
CAS Number
10058-44-3
Formula
Fe.3/4H4-O7-P2
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Diphosphoric acid, iron(3+) salt (3:4); Iron pyrophosphate; Iron(3+) pyrophosphate; Pyrophosphoric acid, iron(3+) salt (3:4); Iron(III) pyrophosphate; Tetrairon tris(pyrophosphate); [ChemIDplus]
Category
Phosphates, Metallic Salts
Description
Nonahydrate: Yellowish-white solid, practically insoluble in water; [Merck Index] Beige crystalline solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a catalyst, textile fireproofing agent, corrosion-resistant pigment, and medication (iron deficiency anemia); [Merck Index]
Comments
May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "Iron oxide (Fe2O3)."
Biomedical References
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: