Ferrous Gluconate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. This product is known to be used for pharmaceutical applications. 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
Fe(C6H11O7)2 · 2H2O
CAS NO
299-29-6
Molecular Weight
482.17
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Supplement
Description
Pale greenish, yellow, fine powder, coarse granular to powder mix
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
FCC Powder
Code10302
FCC Granular
Code10302
USP Powder
Code30303
USP Granular
Code30304
EP Powder
Code30305
Identification
Test A
Test B
To Pass Test
To Pass Test
To Pass Test
To Pass Test
To Pass Test
To Pass Test
Assay (dry basis)
97.0-102.0%
97.0-102.0%
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Arsenic (as As)
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3 ppm max
2 ppm max
Chloride
0.07% max
0.07% maxi
0.06% max
Ferric Iron
2.0% max
2.0% max
1.0% max
Lead
2 ppm max
10 ppm max
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Loss on Drying
6.5-10%
6.5-10%
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Mercury
3 ppm max
3 ppm max
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Oxalic Acid
To Pass test
To Pass test
To Pass Test
Reducing Sugars
To Pass test
To Pass test
To Pass Test
Sulfate
0.1% max
0.1% max
500 ppm max
OVI
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Conforms
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Heavy Metals
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20 ppm max
Loss on Drying
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5.0-10.5%
pH (10% solution)
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4.0-5.5
Iron Content
Anhydrous Basis
Dihydrate Basis
As - Is
12.1 – 12.8%
10.9 – 11.9%
10.9 – 11.9%
12.1 – 12.8%
10.9 – 11.9%
10.9 – 11.9%
11.8-12.5%
Appearance of Solution
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Clear/Not Turbid
Bulk density
According To Customer Requirements
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
Manufacture Add: The Northen Pingchao Town, Nantong City, Jiangsu, China General Manager: Yao Jianfei QQ:1093245101 M.P.: 013901481117
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