Ferric Nitrate is also called Iron nitrate. Appears as violet crystals and is soluble in water, alcohol, and acetone. It is a strong oxidant and irritant.

Ferric nitrate solutions are used by jewelers and metalsmiths to etch silver, copper, brass, and bronze. It can create intricate patterns and designs on the surface of the metal. It is also used in patination to create a rust-like finish on metal surfaces.

Used in the following patina formulas:

• No. 1 for Light to Dark Brown
• No. 3 for Blackish Brown
• No. 4 for Florentine Brown
• No. 7 for Blue Green
• No. 15 for Straw Yellow
• No. 16 for Golden Yellow
• No. 24 for Black - semi-gloss (For Cast Bronze)
• No. 30 for Black (For Cast Brass)

For shipping, Ferric Nitrate is in hazardous materials Class 5: Oxidizer. It only ships to destinations within the 48 contiguous US states and Canada using Standard Ground by FedEx or UPS • No air deliveries allowed • Customers in Canada should expect additional duties, taxes, and customs clearance service fees due upon delivery.