Description

Citric Acid, Iron(2+) Salt is a coordination complex formed from citric acid and ferrous iron. This compound is valued for its role as a bioavailable and well-tolerated source of iron, crucial for addressing iron deficiency. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food fortification, and pharmaceutical industries for formulating dietary supplements and functional foods.

Application

• Dietary Supplement Formulation: As a key ingredient in iron supplements, capsules, and tablets due to its high bioavailability and gentle effect on the digestive system.
• Food and Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich staple foods, cereals, infant formula, and nutritional drinks with essential iron, helping to combat nutritional deficiencies.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Employed in the production of prescription and over-the-counter medications for treating iron-deficiency anemia.
• Animal Feed Additive: Incorporated into premixes to ensure adequate iron intake for livestock, poultry, and pets, supporting blood health and growth.
• Clinical Nutrition: A component in enteral and parenteral nutrition products for patients with specific medical needs requiring iron supplementation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Citric Acid, Iron(2+) Salt
CAS No.	23383-11-1
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Ferrous Citrate; Iron(II) Citrate; Iron Bis(hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate); Citric Acid Iron Salt; Fe(II) Citrate; Ferrochel (common trade name for chelated forms); Iron Citrate, Ferrous; 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, iron(2+) salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Citric Acid, Iron(2+) Salt is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant standards for nutraceutical and food-grade ingredients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, iron content, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine powder
Color	Off-white to pale brown
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Iron Content)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ X.X%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ XX ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ X.X ppm
Microbiological Total Plate Count	≤ XXXX CFU/g

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