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Ferric oxalate

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Formula
  
C6Fe2O12

Molar mass
  
375.747 g/mol

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Appearance
  
Pale yellow solid (anhydrous); Lime green solid (hexahydrate)

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Ferric oxalate, also known as iron(III) oxalate, is a chemical compound composed of ferric ions and oxalate ligands; it may also be regarded as the ferric salt of oxalic acid. The anhydrous material is pale yellow; however, it may be hydrated to form Fe2(C2O4)3·6H2O which is bright green in colour

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Like many oxalates, ferric oxalate has been investigated as a short term treatment for dentin hypersensitivity. It is used in certain toothpaste formulations; however, its effectiveness has been questioned.

It is used as the light-sensitive element in the Kallitype photographic printing process.

Potassium ferric oxalate


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Ferric oxalate Wikipedia