Description

Succinic Acid, Iron Salt is an organometallic compound with the CAS registry number 43212-87-9, serving as a versatile source of bioavailable iron. This compound is valued for its role in nutritional fortification and as a specialized catalyst or precursor in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking a consistent and high-purity iron source.

Application

• Nutritional Supplement & Fortification: Used as an iron source in dietary supplements, infant formula, and fortified food products due to its bioavailability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key precursor or catalyst in synthesizing specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Animal Feed Additive: Incorporated into premixes to prevent iron deficiency and promote animal health.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reagent or catalyst in organic synthesis and the production of fine chemicals.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in biochemical and analytical research applications.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of novel magnetic or conductive materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Succinic Acid, Iron Salt
CAS No.	43212-87-9
Molecular Formula	C4H4FeO4 (for ferrous succinate)
Molecular Weight	171.92 g/mol (for ferrous succinate)
Synonyms	Ferrous Succinate; Iron(II) Succinate; Succinic Acid Iron(II) Salt; Iron Succinate; Butanedioic Acid, Iron(2+) Salt; FeSu; Ferrochel (related chelated form)
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Quality Control

Our Succinic Acid, Iron Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive testing for identity, purity, and heavy metal content to ensure it meets the required specifications for its intended application, including potential compliance with nutraceutical and pharmaceutical-grade standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to air and moisture. For long-term storage under optimal conditions, an inert atmosphere is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish to brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Fe Content)	≥ 30.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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