Ferrous Gluconate

Identification:

Chemical Name: Ferrous Gluconate

Synonyms: ferrous gluconate hydrate; Iron digluconate

CAS No.: 299-29-6;18829-42-0

Molecular Formula: Fe(C6H11O7)2·2H2O

E-code:E579

Properties: Pale greenish, yellow, fine powder, coarse granular to powder mix. Easily soluble in water (10% in warm water), but almost insoluble in  ethanol. High bioavailability, good solubility, slight iron smell and no astringency flavor.

Specifications:

Assay (dry basis) : 97.0-102.0%

Loss on Drying: 6.5-10%

Chloride: 0.07% max

Sulfate: 0.1% max

Ferric Iron: 2.0% max

Heavy Metals:10 ppm max

Arsenic (as As): 3 ppm max

Lead: 2 ppm max

Mercury: 3 ppm max

Oxalic Acid: Pass test

Reducing Sugars: ass test

Application:

Ferrous Gluconate as iron nutrition enhancer can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient in cereal products, dairy products, infant food, beverage, health food, etc. It also could be as coloring agent.

Packing Storage:

25kgs/bag or drum.

Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.