Description

Iron(2+) Succinate is a ferrous salt of succinic acid, offering a bioavailable source of iron. This compound is valued for its role in nutritional and pharmaceutical formulations where controlled iron delivery is essential. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the dietary supplement, animal feed, and pharmaceutical industries.

Application

• Nutritional Supplements: A key ingredient in iron-fortified products and multivitamin formulations to address dietary deficiencies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of iron-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Animal Feed Additives: Used to enhance the iron content in premixes for livestock and poultry nutrition.
• Food Fortification: Employed in the enrichment of staple foods like flour and cereals.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in laboratory studies as a source of ferrous ions in cell culture and enzymatic reactions.
• Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material in the preparation of certain heterogeneous catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(2+) Succinate
CAS No.	17022-52-5
Molecular Formula	C4H4FeO4
Molecular Weight	171.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrous Succinate; Iron(II) Succinate; Succinic Acid, Iron(2+) Salt; Butanedioic Acid, Iron(2+) Salt; Ferrous Butanedioate; Fe(II) Succinate; Iron Succinate; Ferrochel (related chelated form)
EINECS	241-085-7

Quality Control

Our Iron(2+) Succinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and composition meet high-grade standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, heavy metals, and loss on drying 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale green to yellowish powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe Content)	Min. 30.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	Max. 3 ppm
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water

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