Iron(II) acetate

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Iron(II) acetate
Image:Iron(II) acetate.jpg
Other names	Ferrous acetate
Identifiers
CAS number	[3094-87-9]
Properties
Molecular formula	Fe(CH3CO2)2
Molar mass	173.93 g/mol
Melting point	190–200 °C (dec)
Solubility in other solvents	Very soluble
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references

Iron(II) acetate is an off-white or light brown solid ionic compound of iron. It is highly soluble in water and it forms a light green tetrahydrate. Iron(II) acetate is manufactured from scrap iron and acetic acid, and it is used as a mordant by the dye industry.

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