Molekula
Ferric citrate
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Ferric citrate is an iron-based compound used as a phosphate binder in medical treatments for chronic kidney disease and as a nutritional supplement. It also serves as an ingredient in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 244.94 g/mol, a molecular formula of C6H5FeO7, and a CAS number of 3522-50-7. Stable at ambient temperatures, it requires no special storage conditions. Molekula supplies Ferric citrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Orange/ brown powder |
| Identification | Conforms to structure |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.05% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤2mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2mg/kg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.5% |
| Ferrous Content | 16 - 22.5% |
| Alkali metal citrates | Passes test |
| Ammonia (NH3) | Passes test |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89986995 |
| CAS Number | 3522-50-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate;iron(3+) |
| EC Number | 222-536-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5FeO7 |
| Molecular Weight | 244.94 |
| Exact Mass | 244.9385 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.[Fe+3] |
| InChIKey | NPFOYSMITVOQOS-UHFFFAOYSA-K |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H8O7.Fe/c7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10;/h13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12);/q;+3/p-3 |
| PubChem CID | 61300 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2918155000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918150019 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Citric acid, iron salt
- ferric citrate anhydrous
- ferrum citricum
- Fexeric
- Iron citrate, FeC6H5O7
- Iron, (hydrogen citrato(3-))-
- Iron(III) citrate
- Iron(III) citrate tribasic
- JTT 751
- Zerenex
Frequently asked questions
What is ferric citrate used for?
Ferric citrate is primarily used as a phosphate binder in medical applications and as a catalyst in chemical reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ferric citrate?
The formula is C6H5FeO7 with a molecular weight of 244.94 g/mol.
How should ferric citrate be stored?
Ferric citrate should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of ferric citrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ferric citrate in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply ferric citrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ferric citrate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of ferric citrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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