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Iron Hydroxide

A chemical formulated with water and iron and found in various reactions around the applications involving iron. 1) A neutralization step in treating pickling acids, 2) A slimy film on wire caused by wet condition of the wire. Con­stitutes the dull coat formed on wire to facilitate drawing by providing a base to which the lubricant or lubricant carrier attaches firmly.

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