Description

Iron(II) Gluconate Hydrate is a vital iron supplement compound, offering a bioavailable source of ferrous iron in a stable, hydrated form. Its primary value lies in its superior bioavailability and compatibility compared to inorganic iron salts, making it essential for applications where iron fortification and supplementation are required. This product is critically needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food industries for formulating dietary supplements, functional foods, and clinical nutrition products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Grade Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API): Used in the formulation of prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) iron supplements, tablets, and liquid tonics to treat iron-deficiency anemia.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Fortification: A key ingredient in multivitamin/mineral complexes, standalone iron capsules, and gummies for nutritional supplementation.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Employed to enrich staple foods, breakfast cereals, infant formulas, and functional beverages with bioavailable iron.
• Clinical & Medical Nutrition: Incorporated into enteral and parenteral nutrition formulas for patients with specific dietary needs or malabsorption issues.
• Animal Feed & Pet Nutrition: Serves as a nutritional additive in premixes to prevent iron deficiency in livestock, poultry, and pets.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Used in certain skincare products for its purported benefits, though this is a more specialized application.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(II) Gluconate Hydrate
CAS No.	699014-53-4
Molecular Formula	C12H22FeO14 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	446.14 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Ferrous Gluconate Hydrate; Iron Gluconate; Gluconic Acid Iron(II) Salt Hydrate; D-Gluconic Acid Iron(2+) Salt Hydrate; Fe(II) Gluconate; Iron Bis(D-gluconate) Hydrate; Ferrous D-Gluconate Hydrate; Food Additive E579
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iron(II) Gluconate Hydrate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeial standards, including USP-NF and EP, as well as FCC for food applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, potency, and safety. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results 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, 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, consider using an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish-gray to pale greenish-yellow powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	97.0% - 102.0% (as C12H22FeO14)
Loss on Drying	≤ 10.0%
Chloride	≤ 0.5%
Sulfate	≤ 1.0%
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 1 ppm
Total Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Reducing Substances	Conforms
Oxalic Acid	Conforms

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