Ferric sulphate

Ferric Sulphate – High-Performance Grades for Industrial Water Treatment

Ferric Sulphate is one of those workhorse chemicals you’ll find across countless water treatment setups—municipal, industrial, even mining operations. It’s commonly available in concentrations like 41% and 40%–50%, and honestly, it’s not hard to see why it’s such a popular choice. When it comes to removing impurities from water, it’s incredibly efficient, versatile, and, perhaps most importantly, cost-effective.

🔍 What Is Ferric Sulphate?

So, what exactly is Ferric Sulphate? Chemically speaking, it’s Fe₂(SO₄)₃—a dark red to brown liquid formed by reacting sulphuric acid with an iron source. But beyond the formula, what really matters is how well it works. It’s used as a coagulant and oxidising agent in water treatment. That means it helps reduce turbidity, strip out heavy metals, and neutralise contaminants. Also called ferric sulfate (yes, the American spelling), this solution is known for being stable, highly soluble in water, and—when handled properly—environmentally friendly. It’s that rare combination of effective and responsible.

📊 Available Concentration Grades

🧪 Ferric Sulphate 41% Solution

One of the most commonly used forms, the 41% grade, is especially well-suited to municipal wastewater treatment. It’s often the go-to for phosphorus removal and sludge dewatering. You’ll recognise it by its dark amber to reddish-brown appearance. It dissolves quickly in water, and because of its stability, it’s a good fit for continuous dosing systems. Simple to store, simple to handle.

🧪 Ferric Sulphate 40%–50% Solution

Now, if you’re dealing with more demanding conditions—like industrial or mining effluents—you might look at the 40–50% range. It’s stronger, so you need less of it to get the same or even better results. That means lower transport costs, less storage space, and generally smoother logistics. It maintains performance consistency across different systems, and it integrates easily with most standard dosing setups. Stronger doesn’t have to mean complicated.

🏭 Industrial Applications & Benefits

You’ll find Ferric Sulphate playing a key role as a coagulating agent in:

• Municipal and industrial wastewater treatment
• Drinking water purification
• Mining effluent neutralisation
• Odour and colour removal in effluent discharge

What makes it really stand out, though, are the downstream benefits. It removes contaminants efficiently, helps generate less sludge (which is always a plus), and can significantly lower operational costs over time. In many cases, it replaces alum because it performs better under a wider pH range. And when used with stabilisers and pH modifiers, it can even assist in corrosion inhibition. So you’re not just getting cleaner water—you’re also protecting your system.

🛡️ Why Choose Our Ferric Sulphate Grades?

We understand that when you’re sourcing chemicals, reliability and consistency matter. As a trusted Ferric Sulphate supplier in Australia, we provide high-purity products that align with national quality standards. Whether you need bulk quantities or tailored volumes, our solutions are compatible with most dosing systems and come with full technical support. Delivery is reliable, documentation is ready, and if you need advice—we’re here for that too.

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📦 Packaging, Delivery & Documentation

• CAS Number: 10028-22-5
• Appearance: Reddish-brown to dark amber liquid
• Solubility: Fully water-soluble
• Density: Approx. 1.45–1.50 g/cm³ (varies by grade)
• pH: Highly acidic (typically < 2.0)
• Packaging: IBCs, 200L drums, or bulk tankers

Available for delivery or pickup anywhere in Australia. If you have unique concentration or packaging requirements, just ask—custom options are available on request.

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🇦🇺 Buy Ferric Sulphate Solutions in Australia

Whether it’s the 41% standard or a more concentrated 40–50% blend, we offer Ferric Sulphate solutions tailored to your operation. From drinking water to industrial effluents, we’ve got the grade and support you need. Let’s make sure your system runs smoothly, efficiently, and within spec.

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