Ferrous Sulfate Food Grade | Iron Fortification Ingredient
Ferrous Sulfate is an iron compound widely used as a nutritional fortifier and dietary supplement ingredient. It provides a readily available source of iron and is commonly used in fortified foods, nutritional powders, tablets, capsules, and other nutrition products.
Description
Ferrous Sulfate
| Product Name | Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate |
| Synonyms | Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate, Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate, Green Vitriol |
| CAS Registry Number | 7782-63-0 |
| E-Number | Not Assigned |
| EINECS No. | 231-753-5 |
| INCI Name | Ferrous Sulfate |
| Chemical Formula | FeSO4·7H2O |
| Molecular Mass | 278.01 g/mol |
| Appearance | Pale blue-green crystalline powder or crystals |
| Typical Purity | 99.5% – 104.5% |
| Packaging | Paper bags, PE-lined bags, fiber drums, or customized packaging |
| Net Weight | 25 kg (customizable) |
Product Introduction
Ferrous sulfate, also known as iron(II) sulfate, is a mineral salt used as an iron source in food fortification and nutritional supplements. It is available in different hydration forms, which affect its iron content and physical properties. Bluewise supplies food-grade ferrous sulfate for ingredient formulation and bulk sourcing.
Applications
- Fortified Foods: Provides iron enrichment in suitable food products, including selected flour and cereal formulations.
- Nutritional Supplements: Used as an iron source in tablets, capsules and other professionally formulated supplements.
- Vitamin and Mineral Premixes: Incorporated into nutrient blends for further food and supplement manufacturing.
- Powdered Nutrition Products: Supports iron fortification in compatible nutritional powders, with attention to flavor, color and oxidative stability.
The appropriate grade and hydration form should be selected according to the formulation and target market requirements.
