Iron 26 Fe 55.845

Ferrous Sulfate Dried USP/FCC/GB Powder

Jost Code: 2421

Synonyms: ferrous salt, Iron(II) sulfate, Iron sulfate

Ferrous Sulfate Dried USP/FCC/GB Powder can be used as a dietary ingredient and as a nutrient. Iron has a vital function in combining with protein and copper to make hemoglobin. Iron also prevents fatigue and promotes good skin tone. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Formula
FeSO4 · x H2O
CAS Number
7720-78-7
Molecular Weight
151.91
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient; Pharmaceutical
Description
Light gray to light green powder
Containers
55 lb/25 kg carton
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
07/14/2021
Identification
Test Iron
Pass
Test Sulfate
Pass
Assay
86.0 – 89.0%
Insoluble Substances
0.05% maximum
Particle Size
Thru 100 mesh
99% minimum
Lead
1 ppm maximum
Manganese
100 ppm maximum
Aluminum
10 ppm maximum
Cadmium
1 ppm maximum
Arsenic
1 ppm maximum
Mercury
0.1 ppm maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
10³ cfu/g maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
10² cfu/g maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative