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Physical Properties

Appearance: Light yellow crystalline powder with orthorhombic crystal structure

Density: 2.28 g/cm³

Melting Point: 160°C (decomposes)

Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (0.22 g/100g in cold water, 0.026 g/100g in hot water); soluble in dilute acids and cold salt solutions

Dehydration: Loses crystalline water at 142°C under vacuum

Stability: Stable under normal temperature and pressure; hygroscopic

Chemical Properties

Decomposition: Upon heating, decomposes into iron(II) oxide, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide:

FeC₂O₄ → FeO + CO↑ + CO₂↑ (heated)

Reactivity: Can slowly dissolve in cold hydrochloric acid; forms stable complexes with certain metal ions

Main Applications and Uses

*Battery Materials

Battery-grade ferrous oxalate is a crucial precursor for lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄) cathode materials in lithium-ion batteries. Its purity and particle size significantly impact battery performance. It also shows potential for sodium-ion battery manufacturing .

*Photography

Used as a photographic developer in the imaging industry .

Pharmaceutical Industry

Applied in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes .

*Catalysts

Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis, particularly in Fischer-Tropsch synthesis for converting CO and H₂ into hydrocarbons. Also used as a co-catalyst in degrading organic pollutants or hydrogen production from water splitting .

*Pigments and Dyes

Used as a colorant for dyes, paints, ceramics, and glassware. Upon calcination, it produces iron oxide pigments with controlled particle size and color intensity .

*Electroplating

Functions as a complexing agent and pH buffer in electroplating solutions, improving coating uniformity and quality. Forms stable complexes with metal ions like copper and nickel to enhance deposition .

Ferrous Oxalate , (Iron(II) Oxalate)