Description

1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Iron(3+) Salt (1:1), Monohydrate is a specific iron(III) complex of citric acid, commonly known as ferric citrate monohydrate. This compound is valued for its bioavailability and role as a controlled-release source of iron, which is critical in applications requiring precise mineral supplementation. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and nutritional supplement industries for formulating iron-fortified products and as a precursor in chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient: Used in the formulation of iron supplements and therapeutic agents for treating iron-deficiency anemia.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a key iron fortificant in vitamin and mineral premixes, capsules, and tablets.
• Food Fortification: Employed as a nutritional additive to enhance the iron content in specialized food products and beverages.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in organic synthesis and various industrial chemical processes.
• Laboratory Research: Used as a standard or reagent in biochemical and analytical research applications.
• Animal Feed Additive: Incorporated into premixes to prevent iron deficiency in livestock and poultry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Iron(3+) Salt (1:1), Monohydrate
CAS No.	153531-98-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5FeO7 • H2O
Molecular Weight	262.96 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Ferric Citrate Monohydrate; Iron(III) Citrate Monohydrate; Citric Acid, Iron(3+) Salt, Monohydrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid, Iron(3+) Salt, Monohydrate; Iron Citrate (Fe(III)); FCC (when meeting Food Chemicals Codex specifications); Trisodium Iron(III) Citrate (related compound).
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our ferric citrate monohydrate is manufactured under a quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and iron content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and loss on drying are available upon request. We can supply material compliant with relevant standards, including the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC), upon inquiry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brownish-yellow or reddish-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe content)	16.5% - 18.5%
Loss on Drying	5.0% - 8.5%
Water (Karl Fischer)	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1%

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