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Ferrous gluconate
Ferrous gluconate

Ferrous gluconate

Ferrous gluconate Specification

  • Storage
  • Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
  • Assay
  • 98-102% (on a dried basis)
  • Particle Size
  • 80-200 mesh
  • Melting Point
  • Decomposes on heating
  • Ph Level
  • Neutral to slightly acidic
  • HS Code
  • 29181600
  • Heavy Metal (%)
  • 0.002%
  • EINECS No
  • 206-076-3
  • Molecular Formula
  • C12H22FeO14
  • Moisture (%)
  • 0.5%
  • Molecular Weight
  • 446.14 g/mol
  • Residue on Ignition
  • 0.1%
  • Loss on Drying
  • 0.5%
  • Other Names
  • Iron(II) gluconate Ferrous iron gluconate
  • CAS No
  • 299-29-6
  • Type
  • Chemical Compound
  • Grade
  • Food Grade Pharmaceutical Grade
  • Usage
  • Iron supplement Food additive
  • Purity
  • 98% min
  • Appearance
  • Yellowish-gray to greenish-yellow powder
  • Application
  • Used in pharmaceuticals dietary supplements and food products as an iron fortifier
  • Raw Material
  • Gluconic acid and iron
  • Smell
  • Odorless
  • Color
  • Yellowish-gray to greenish-yellow
  • Form
  • Powder
 
 

About Ferrous gluconate

 Name: Ferrous gluconate
Synonyms: Iron gluconate; Glucoferron
Molecular Formula : C12H22FeO14
Molecular Weight: 446.15
CAS Registry Number : 299-29-6 (18829-42-0) 
Iron(II) gluconate, or ferrous gluconate, is a black compound often used as an iron supplement. It is the iron(II) salt of gluconic acid. It is marketed under brand names such as Fergon, Ferralet, and Simron. It is also present in the combination supplement dianazene, a vitamin mixture created by L. Ron Hubbard and used in the religion Scientology.
Ferrous gluconate is used as a food additive when processing black olives. It imparts a uniform jet black colour to the olives.
Uses: iron reinforcing agent, color stabilizer.
Introduction: it is made of reductive iron and gluconic acid, including granular product and powdery product.
 

FAQs of Ferrous gluconate:


Q: What is the grade of Ferrous gluconate available?

A: Ferrous gluconate is available in both Food Grade and Pharmaceutical Grade.

Q: What are the main applications of Ferrous gluconate?

A: Ferrous gluconate is used in pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and food products as an iron fortifier.

Q: How should Ferrous gluconate be stored?

A: Ferrous gluconate should be stored in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its quality.

Q: What is the molecular weight of Ferrous gluconate?

A: The molecular weight of Ferrous gluconate is 446.14 g/mol.

Q: What is the purity level of Ferrous gluconate?

A: Ferrous gluconate has a minimum purity of 98%.

Q: What are the main raw materials used in the production of Ferrous gluconate?

A: Ferrous gluconate is made from gluconic acid and iron.

Q: What is the appearance of Ferrous gluconate?

A: Ferrous gluconate appears as a yellowish-gray to greenish-yellow powder.

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