Description

Ferric Nitrilotriacetate is a coordination complex of iron (Fe³⁺) with nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA), functioning as a highly effective and stable chelating agent. This compound is critical for processes requiring precise iron delivery or sequestration, offering superior stability across a wide pH range compared to simpler iron salts. It is essential for manufacturers in water treatment, agriculture, and industrial cleaning sectors where controlled iron chemistry is paramount for product performance and process reliability.

Application

• Water Treatment: Used as a metal ion sequestrant and scale inhibitor in boiler and cooling water systems.
• Agricultural Micronutrient: Serves as a source of bioavailable iron in chelated fertilizer formulations to treat chlorosis in crops.
• Industrial Cleaning & Detergents: Acts as a builder and stabilizer in formulations to inactivate metal ions that interfere with cleaning agents.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or a precursor in specific organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Pulp & Paper Processing: Functions as a stabilizer in bleaching processes and a chelant in de-inking operations.
• Textile Processing: Utilized to control metal ions in dyeing and finishing baths, improving color fastness and fabric quality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferric Nitrilotriacetate
CAS No.	16448-54-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6FeNO6 (commonly as FeC6H6NO6)
Molecular Weight	244.02 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Ferric NTA; Iron(III) Nitrilotriacetate; NTA Ferric Salt; Iron Tris(Nitrilotriacetate); Trisodium Ferric Nitrilotriacetate (related salt); N,N-Bis(carboxymethyl)glycine Iron(III) Salt; Fe-NTA; Ferric Chelate of NTA
EINECS	240-488-3

Quality Control

Our Ferric Nitrilotriacetate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for iron content, chelation efficiency, purity, and impurity profiles. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to guarantee consistency and compliance with your application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. The product may be hygroscopic; ensure containers are sealed after use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to reddish-brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe Content)	Min. 22.0%
pH (1% Solution)	2.0 - 4.0
Water Solubility	Freely soluble
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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