Description

Ferrous Histidinate is a specialized, organically complexed iron supplement offering superior bioavailability and stability compared to inorganic iron salts. This compound is critical for applications requiring a highly absorbable and well-tolerated iron source, minimizing gastrointestinal irritation. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and premium animal feed industries to fortify products and address iron deficiency effectively.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: As a key active ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid formulations for human iron supplementation.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Used in prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications for treating and preventing iron-deficiency anemia.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Incorporated into food products like cereals, meal replacements, and beverages for nutritional enhancement.
• Animal Nutrition & Veterinary Products: Serves as a premium iron source in feed premixes, pet food, and veterinary injectables or oral supplements.
• Clinical Nutrition: Formulated into enteral and parenteral nutrition solutions for patients with specific dietary needs.
• Cosmeceuticals: Potential use in topical skincare products aimed at improving skin vitality and health.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferrous Histidinate
CAS No.	23661-48-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Iron(II) histidinate; Ferrous L-histidinate; Histidine iron (II) complex; Iron histidine complex; L-Histidine, iron(2+) salt; Ferrochel (common trade name); Iron bis(L-histidinate); Iron histidinate chelate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ferrous Histidinate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, purity, and relevant impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere to mitigate potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine powder, color as per grade
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Fe Content)	≥ 95.0% (or as per grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines
Microbiological Analysis	Meets standard pharmacopeial limits

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