Description

Iron-Dextran is a stable, water-soluble complex of ferric hydroxide with dextran, widely recognized by its CAS number 9004-66-4. This compound serves as a critical source of bioavailable iron, essential for addressing iron deficiency in various industrial and pharmaceutical contexts. It is a fundamental raw material for manufacturers in the parenteral nutrition, veterinary medicine, and advanced biomedical research sectors.

Application

• Parenteral Iron Supplements: Primary active ingredient in injectable formulations for treating iron-deficiency anemia in human and veterinary medicine.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Used in iron injections for piglets, calves, and other young animals to prevent anemia and support healthy growth.
• Cell Culture & Biomedical Research: Serves as a defined iron source in cell culture media and biochemical studies requiring controlled iron delivery.
• Nutritional Fortification: Potential use in specialized liquid nutritional products and clinical dietary formulations.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) in analytical laboratories for quality control and method validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron-Dextran
CAS No.	9004-66-4
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n·xFeOOH
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymeric Complex)
Synonyms	Dextran Iron Complex; Ferric Hydroxide Dextran Complex; Iron Dextran Complex; Iron (III)-Dextran; Dextriferron; Astrafer; Inferon; Ferrodex; Imferon; Iron-Dextrin Complex
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iron-Dextran is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for iron content, dextran molecular weight profile, and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing results for identity, assay, and key impurities are provided to guarantee consistency and traceability for your manufacturing processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black solution or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Iron Content)	Contact for details
pH (Solution)	5.2 - 6.5
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Molecular Weight Distribution (Dextran)	Contact for details
Sterility (if applicable)	Sterile / Non-pyrogenic

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