Ferrocene

company introduction
May 26, 2025
Category Connection: Fuel Oil Additives
Brief: Discover the production capacity and origin of Ferrocene, a versatile chemical compound with applications in fuel additives, medicine, and environmental protection. Learn about its unique properties and differences from N-methylaniline.
Related Product Features:
  • Ferrocene is a crystal with orange needle-like structure, sublimating above 100℃ and melting at 172.5-173℃.
  • It is soluble in dilute nitric acid, concentrated sulfuric acid, benzene, petroleum, and tetrahydrofuran.
  • Ferrocene has strong UV absorption and thermostability, withstanding temperatures up to 470℃.
  • Used as a fuel additive to improve combustion efficiency and replace toxic tetraethyl lead.
  • Derivatives are applied in medicine for treating anemia, tumors, and photodynamic therapy.
  • Packaged in sealed moisture-proof containers to avoid contact with oxidants.
  • Chemical formula C10H10Fe with CAS number 102-54-5 and UN number 1325.
  • Content purity ranges from 98% to 99.9% with minimal free Fe and moisture content.
Faqs:
  • What are the main applications of Ferrocene?
    Ferrocene is used as a fuel additive, in medicine for treating anemia and tumors, and in environmental protection for catalytic treatment of pollutants.
  • How does Ferrocene differ from N-methylaniline?
    Ferrocene is used in fuel additives and medicine, while N-methylaniline is primarily used in pesticide synthesis and dyes. Their synthesis methods and raw materials also differ significantly.
  • What are the safety precautions for handling Ferrocene?
    Ferrocene is classified as a flammable solid (UN 1325, Class 4.1). It should be stored in sealed moisture-proof packaging, away from oxidants, and handled with proper safety measures.