Ferrous Fumarate Cas: 141-01-5
| Catalog Number | XD91995 |
| Product Name | Ferrous Fumarate |
| CAS | 141-01-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H2FeO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 169.9 |
| Storage Details | Ambient |
| Harmonized Tariff Code | 29171900 |
Product Specification
| Appearance | Brown powder |
| Assay | 99% min |
| Melting point | >280°C |
| density | 2.435 |
| solubility | Slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in ethanol (96 per cent). |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water (0.14 g/100 ml at 25°C). |
| Stability | Stability |
Ferrous fumarate is available as a syrup and may be useful in small children for the treatment and prophylaxis of iron deficiency.
It has high bioavailability and can be used in foods where the red color can be masked. it contains approximately 33% iron. it is used as a dietary supplement in breakfast cereals, poultry stuffing, enriched flour, and instant drinks.
Iron(II) fumarate is used as dietary Supplement, nutrient, iron source in foods and pharmaceuticals, as animal feed additive and in infant formulas.
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