Molekula
Ferrous fumarate
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Ferrous fumarate is an iron salt used as a dietary supplement to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia. Beyond supplement and pharmaceutical manufacturing, it is also listed as a reviewed ingredient for cosmetic formulations. It is a blackish-green crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C4H2FeO4, a molecular weight of 169.90 g/mol, and a CAS number of 141-01-5. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be stored under normal conditions. The signal word is Warning due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Ferrous fumarate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Reddish orange to reddish brown, fine powder; may contain soft lumps that produce a yellow streak when crushed. |
| Identification | A) Reaction A Ferrous salt- Filter gives reaction A of ferrous salt. A) By Chemical test: Potassium per magnate is decolorised and brownish solution. B) Chemical test: An Orange-yellow solution without any fluorescence is obtained. |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in ethanol (95%) |
| Particle Size | 100% passes through 100 mesh |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤20ppm |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤5ppm |
| Assay (dried basis) | 93.0% - 101.0% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.1% |
| Iron(III) ion (Fe3+) % w/w | ≤2.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037914 |
| CAS Number | 141-01-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (E)-but-2-enedioate;iron(2+) |
| EC Number | 205-447-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H2FeO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 169.90 |
| Exact Mass | 169.9302 |
| SMILES | C(=C/C(=O)[O-])\C(=O)[O-].[Fe+2] |
| InChIKey | PMVSDNDAUGGCCE-TYYBGVCCSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H4O4.Fe/c5-3(6)1-2-4(7)8;/h1-2H,(H,5,6)(H,7,8);/q;+2/p-2/b2-1+; |
| PubChem CID | 6433164 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2917.19.8045 |
| Tariff Code | 2917198045 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Cpiron
- Ercoferro
- Feostat
- Ferrofume
- Hemoton
- Iron(II) fumarate
- Palafer
- Toleron
- Tolferain
- Tolifer
Frequently asked questions
What is ferrous fumarate used for?
Ferrous fumarate is primarily used as an iron supplement in dietary and pharmaceutical applications to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ferrous fumarate?
The chemical formula is C4H2FeO4 and the molecular weight is 169.90 g/mol.
How should ferrous fumarate be stored?
Ferrous fumarate should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of ferrous fumarate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ferrous fumarate in pharmaceutical grade, suitable for use in dietary supplements and medicinal formulations.
Can Molekula supply ferrous fumarate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ferrous fumarate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a ferrous fumarate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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