Characteristic

Iron(II) acetate is a coordination complex with formula Fe(OOCCH₃)₂. It is a white solid, although impure samples can be slightly colored. A light green tetrahydrate is also known, which is highly soluble in water.

Chemical formula:Fe(OOCCH₃)₂

Molar mass:173.933 g·mol⁻¹

Appearance:White crystals (anhydrous);Light green crystals (tetrahydrate)

Odor:Odorless

Density:1.734 g/cm3 (−73 °C)

Melting point:190–200 °C (374–392 °F; 463–473 K);decomposes

Solubility in water:Soluble

Crystal structure:Orthorhombic

Application

Iron(II) acetate is used as a mordant by the dye industry, as a catalyst in organic oxidation reactions and in carbon nanotube synthesis. It is used as a precursor in the production of other iron compounds.