Description

Ferrous Fumarate is an essential iron supplement compound, recognized for its high bioavailability and stability. It serves as a critical source of bioavailable iron, vital for hemoglobin synthesis and oxygen transport in biological systems. This product is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and animal feed industries for formulating dietary supplements and fortifying food products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Grade Iron Supplements: A key active ingredient in tablets and capsules for treating and preventing iron-deficiency anemia.
• Nutraceutical and Dietary Fortification: Used to fortify foods, beverages, and health supplements, including breakfast cereals and meal replacement shakes.
• Animal Feed Premix: Incorporated into feed for livestock, poultry, and pets to ensure proper iron intake and prevent anemia.
• Clinical Nutrition: A component in specialized medical nutrition products and parenteral formulations under controlled manufacturing.
• Food Additive (Color Stabilizer): Acts as a nutrient and color stabilizer in certain food processing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferrous Fumarate
CAS No.	141-01-5
Molecular Formula	C4H2FeO4
Molecular Weight	169.90 g/mol
Synonyms	Iron(II) Fumarate; Ferrochel; Iron Fumarate; Fe Fumarate; Fersamal; Fumaric Acid Iron(2+) Salt; (E)-But-2-enedioic Acid Iron(2+) Salt; Ferrous (E)-2-Butenedioate
EINECS	205-447-7

Quality Control

Our Ferrous Fumarate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeial standards, including USP, EP, and FCC, ensuring suitability for pharmaceutical and food applications. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing for identity, purity, and heavy metal content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air should be minimized to maintain product integrity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-orange to red-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ferrous Iron)	32.5% - 33.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.5%
Sulfate	≤ 0.2%
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 1 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	≤ 1 ppm
Particle Size (Typical)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.