Inoxia Chemical Supplies

It should be noted that it does not keep well in oxidising conditions unless coated with a suitable agent, Linseed oil is recommended for this. Iron filings have also widely been used in magnetism experiments.
We have two types of iron filings;
Fresh, these have a brighter iron surface and have a slightly larger particle size.
Oxidized, these are a slightly finer particle size and have an Fe(II)O coating.
If you have any specific preference please send an email after you place your order.

Colour: Dark, Silver white to grey
Odour: Odourless
Formula: Fe
Impurities: Fe₂O₃
Melting Point:1371 – 1483 °C
Boiling Point: 2850 – 3150 °C