Ferrous Citrate and Ferric Citrate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. Iron has a vital function in combining with protein and copper to make hemoglobin. Iron also prevents fatigue and promotes good skin tone.
Chemical Data
Chemical Formula
FeC6H6O7
Fe(C6H5O7)·xH2O
CAS NO
2338-05-8
3522-50-7
Molecular Weight
245.95
244.95 (anhydrous)
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Supplement; Pharmaceuticals
Description
Fine, gray-green granules
Orange to brown powder
Containers
25 kg / 50 lb. box/bag/drums; 500 kilogram bag
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers
Chemical Specifications
Powder
Code11101
Powder
Code11102
Identification
Citrate
To Pass Test
Iron
To Pass Test
Appearance
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Orange - brown powder
F3+ Content (as is basis)
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16.5 - 20.0%
Water
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27.0% max
Fe2+ Content
5.0% max
Lead
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2 ppm max
Assay (Ferrous Iron)
20.0 - 22.0%
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pH 1% solution @ 20° C
3.0 - 4.0
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Moisture
2% max
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Solubility @ 20° C
0.5 g/l
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Solubility @ 6° C
0.5 g/l
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Mesh Test thru 80 (180 μm)
95% min
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Mesh Test thru 40 (400 μm)
100% min
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Bulk density (Loose)
500 - 700 g/l
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Particle Size
According to Customer Requirements
Microbial limits
Total Plate Count NMT 1000cfu/g E. Coli Negative
Total Molds And Yeasts NMT 300cfu/g Salmonella Negative
Total Coliform Count NMT 10cfu/g Staphylococcus Aureus Negative
