Description

Ferrous Phosphate CAS NO 10028-23-6 is an inorganic salt of iron and phosphoric acid, primarily recognized for its role as a source of bioavailable iron. This compound is crucial for applications requiring a stable, non-reactive form of iron that can be readily assimilated. It is an essential material for manufacturers in the nutritional, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable iron source for fortification and synthesis.

Application

• Nutritional & Dietary Supplements: A key ingredient in iron-fortified foods, infant formulas, and direct-compression tablet formulations as a mineral supplement.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of iron-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other medicinal compounds.
• Animal Feed Additive: Used to prevent iron deficiency and promote healthy growth in livestock, poultry, and aquaculture.
• Food Fortification: Employed to enrich staple foods like flour, cereals, and meal replacements with essential iron content.
• Catalyst & Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in specific organic synthesis and inorganic material production processes.
• Laboratory & Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferrous Phosphate
CAS No.	10028-23-6
Molecular Formula	Fe3(PO4)2 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	357.48 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Iron(II) phosphate; Ferrous orthophosphate; Iron phosphate (Fe3(PO4)2); Ferric phosphate (incorrect but common); FePO4 (incorrect formula but common alias); Triiron bis(orthophosphate); Food Grade Iron Phosphate; FCC Grade Iron Phosphate
EINECS	233-149-7

Quality Control

Our Ferrous Phosphate is produced under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and other relevant industry standards for nutritional and pharmaceutical applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and safety. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage of sensitive grades, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen or argon) is recommended. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Grayish-white to buff-colored powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Fe3(PO4)2)	Min. 90.0%
Iron Content (as Fe)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 20.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 2 ppm
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 1 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	≤ 1 ppm
Microbiological Criteria	Contact for details

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