Description

Iron(II) Orthophosphate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Fe₃(PO₄)₂, primarily valued for its role as a high-purity iron and phosphorus source. This compound is essential for industries requiring precise nutrient delivery or controlled chemical synthesis. Key sectors that utilize this material include the manufacturing of specialty fertilizers, animal feed supplements, and as a precursor in advanced material science.

Application

• Specialty Fertilizer Production: Serves as a controlled-release source of iron and phosphorus for high-value horticultural and agricultural applications.
• Animal Nutrition (Feed Grade): Used as a mineral fortifier in premixes to prevent iron and phosphorus deficiencies in livestock.
• Ceramic and Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a colorant and fluxing agent in the production of specialty glasses and ceramic glazes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Employed in the formulation of protective coatings and primers for metal surfaces.
• Laboratory Reagent & Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a starting material or catalyst in various inorganic and organometallic synthesis processes.
• Water Treatment: Utilized in specific phosphate-based treatment systems for controlling scale and corrosion in industrial water circuits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(II) Orthophosphate
CAS No.	14940-41-1
Molecular Formula	Fe₃(PO₄)₂
Molecular Weight	357.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrous Phosphate; Iron(2+) Phosphate; Fe₃(PO₄)₂; Ferric Phosphate (common misnomer); Tervalent Iron Phosphate; Triiron bis(orthophosphate); Vivianite (mineral form); Feed Grade Phosphate
EINECS	239-018-0

Quality Control

Our Iron(II) Orthophosphate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications relevant to its intended application, whether for industrial, feed, or reagent use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept away from strong acids and oxidizing agents to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to bluish-gray powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Fe₃(PO₄)₂)	≥ 95.0 %
Iron Content (as Fe)	≥ 46.0 %
Phosphorus Content (as P)	≥ 17.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Particle Size (Passing 100 mesh)	≥ 95 %

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