Description

Ferrous Gluconate Dihydrate is a vital iron supplement in the form of a stable, water-soluble organic salt. This compound is essential for addressing iron deficiency, offering superior bioavailability and gentler gastrointestinal tolerance compared to inorganic iron salts. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food fortification industries seeking reliable, high-purity ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Primary use in solid oral dosage forms (tablets, capsules) and liquid preparations for treating iron-deficiency anemia.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Key ingredient in multivitamin/mineral complexes, prenatal vitamins, and standalone iron supplements.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich staple foods like wheat flour, breakfast cereals, and nutritional beverages to combat public health iron deficiency.
• Animal Feed & Pet Nutrition: Incorporated into premixes and complete feeds to ensure adequate iron intake for livestock, poultry, and pets.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Utilized in specialized skincare products for its potential antioxidant properties and role in skin health.
• Clinical & Parenteral Nutrition: Serves as a source of iron in total parenteral nutrition (TPN) solutions under strict pharmaceutical controls.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferrous Gluconate Dihydrate
CAS No.	22830-45-1
Molecular Formula	C12H22FeO14 • 2H2O
Molecular Weight	482.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Iron(II) Gluconate Dihydrate; Ferrous Gluconate USP; Gluconic Acid Iron(2+) Salt Dihydrate; Iron Bis(D-gluconate) Dihydrate; D-Gluconic Acid, Iron(2+) Salt, Dihydrate; FeGlu; EINECS 245-191-4
EINECS	245-191-4

Quality Control

Our Ferrous Gluconate Dihydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We ensure compliance with major pharmacopeial standards, including USP-NF, EP, and BP, as well as food-grade specifications like FCC. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing for identity, purity, assay, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a desiccated environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish-gray or pale greenish-yellow fine powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	97.0% - 102.0% (as C12H22FeO14)
Loss on Drying	6.0% - 10.0%
Chloride	≤ 0.07%
Sulfate	≤ 0.1%
Oxalic Acid	Passes test (≤ 0.1%)
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 mg/kg
Lead (Pb)	≤ 4 mg/kg
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 1 mg/kg
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Total Combined Yeasts/Molds	≤ 100 cfu/g

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