Description

Iron-Poly(Sorbitol-Gluconic Acid) Complex is a chelated iron compound designed for enhanced bioavailability and stability. This complex is particularly valued for its superior absorption profile and reduced gastrointestinal irritation compared to inorganic iron salts. It serves as a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and functional food industries seeking to fortify products with a well-tolerated and effective iron source.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: As a key active ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid formulations for iron deficiency.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich products like breakfast cereals, nutritional drinks, and meal replacement shakes.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Employed in prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) hematinic formulations.
• Animal Feed & Pet Nutrition: Acts as a nutritional additive in premixes to prevent anemia in livestock and pets.
• Clinical Nutrition: Incorporated into enteral and parenteral nutrition products for medical use.
• Cosmeceuticals: Potential use in topical skincare products aimed at improving skin vitality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron-Poly(Sorbitol-Gluconic Acid) Complex
CAS No.	73361-47-4
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Iron Polysaccharide Complex; Ferric Polynicotinate (related complex); Iron Sorbitol Gluconate Complex; Iron (III)-Polyol Complex; Chelated Iron; Hematopoietic Iron Supplement; Ferrum Complex; Nutritional Iron
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iron-Poly(Sorbitol-Gluconic Acid) Complex is manufactured under a GMP-compliant quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for identity, potency, and purity to ensure it meets stringent specifications for heavy metals, microbial limits, and residual solvents. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting compliance with relevant FCC, USP, or in-house pharmaceutical-grade standards are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to reddish-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Fe Content)	10.0% - 15.0%
pH (5% Solution)	5.0 - 7.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
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.