Product Details
| Product Name: Ferrous Lactate | CAS No.: 5905-52-2 |
| EC-No.: 227-608-0 | Min. Order: 1ton |
| Purity: 99% | Supply Ability: 1000T/M |
| Release date: 2025/11/04 |
Product: Ferrous Lactate
CAS Number: 5905-52-2
1. Product Description
Ferrous Lactate is the ferrous salt of lactic acid. It appears as a pale green to greenish-white crystalline powder or granules, with a faint odor and slightly metallic taste. It is used as an iron source, acidity regulator, and color stabilizer in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
2. Typical Chemical and Physical Properties
| Property | Specification / Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight (Anhydrous) | ~233.99 g/mol |
| Molecular Weight (Dihydrate) | ~270.02 g/mol |
| Appearance | Light green to greenish-white crystalline powder |
| Odor | Faint, characteristic |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; practically insoluble in ethanol |
| pH (1:50 aqueous solution) | 5.0 – 6.0 |
| Iron Content (as Fe2?) | 19 – 22% (depending on hydration) |
3. Typical Specification – Food/Pharma Grade
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (on anhydrous basis) | ≥ 96.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 18–20% (depending on hydration) |
| Ferric Iron (Fe3?) | ≤ 0.6% |
| Chlorides (Cl?) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Sulfates (SO?2?) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
| Microbiological Limits | Total Plate Count ≤ 1×103 cfu/g; Yeast & Mold ≤ 1×102 cfu/g; Coliforms: Negative |
| Appearance | Greenish-white, free-flowing, no foreign matter |
| Odor | Slight, no off-odor |
Compliance: Meets Food Chemicals Codex (FCC), JECFA, and relevant pharmacopeial standards when requested. Suitable for food fortification, dietary supplements, pharmaceutical preparations.
4. Typical Specification – Industrial Grade
| Parameter | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Assay (on anhydrous basis) | 90 – 95% |
| Moisture | Not strictly controlled; slightly higher moisture acceptable |
| Ferric Iron | May be higher than 0.6% |
| Inorganic Impurities | Tolerances less strict; suitable for technical use |
| Appearance | Greenish powder, slight color variation allowed |
| Microbiology | Not routinely tested unless specified |
Applications: Used in chemical synthesis, textile dyeing, surface treatment, and other non-food applications.
5. Functional Uses
Food/Pharma Grade: Iron fortification in beverages, baby food, cereals; mineral supplements; color retention in olives and other foods.
Industrial Grade: Catalyst component, reducing agent, colorant, and specialty chemical intermediate.
6. Packaging
Food/Pharma Grade: Packed in food-grade polyethylene bags within fiber drums or multi-layer paper bags, net 25 kg.
Industrial Grade: Supplied in standard industrial bags or bulk packaging as requested.
7. Storage & Shelf Life
Store in tightly closed containers, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
Protect from light, moisture, and oxygen to avoid oxidation to ferric form.
Shelf life: typically 24 months under recommended storage conditions.
8. Safety & Handling
Avoid inhalation of dust; use local exhaust ventilation.
Wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing when handling.
In case of contact with eyes or skin, rinse thoroughly with water.
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
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