Ferrous Fumarate Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- iron(II) Fumarate
Ferrous fumarate supplier in Malaysia for food fortification and oral-dose manufacturing. This reddish-orange to reddish-brown iron(II) salt is selected when the receiving formula specifically requires the fumarate identity and its relatively high elemental-iron contribution.
The reference composition contains around 33% iron and is practically insoluble in water. Those characteristics affect dispersion, colour and formulation design, so they should be assessed in the actual food matrix, tablet, capsule or powder system.
Food and pharmaceutical grades may share the same chemical identity but differ in the standard, assay method, impurities, particle control and supporting documents used for release. Ferrous gluconate, ferrous sulphate and other iron salts are separate raw materials with different composition and solubility.
Provide the end use, quality standard, iron and impurity limits, physical requirements, quantity and receiving location. Packing, available documentation and timing are confirmed for the quoted grade. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 141-01-5
- Formula
- C4H2FeO4
- Grade
- food-grade fortificant, pharmaceutical grade
- Appearance
- reddish-orange to reddish-brown crystalline powder
Ferrous Fumarate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food-grade ferrous fumarate fortificant | reddish-orange to reddish-brown crystalline powder | iron content around 33% | Dry food and premix fortification projects that specify this relatively iron-rich, poorly water-soluble salt and evaluate its behaviour in the matrix. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Pharmaceutical-grade ferrous fumarate | fine powder for tablet, capsule and powder manufacture | assay and impurity limits to the quoted specification | Tablet, capsule and powder manufacture governed by a named excipient or active-ingredient standard for ferrous fumarate assay and contaminants. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy ferrous fumarate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for ferrous fumarate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Identity | iron(II) salt of fumaric acid, the (E)-butenedioate | — |
| CAS number | 141-01-5 | — |
| Formula | C4H2FeO4 | — |
| Iron content | around 33%, confirmed against the quoted specification | — |
| Appearance | reddish-orange to reddish-brown crystalline powder | — |
| Solubility | practically insoluble in water | — |
Ferrous Fumarate applications
Safety and handling
Store ferrous fumarate in sealed containers in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
Common questions about ferrous fumarate
What is ferrous fumarate used for?
Ferrous fumarate is the iron(II) salt of fumaric acid, used as a high-elemental-iron fortificant in foods and as the active iron source in oral supplement formulations.
How much iron does ferrous fumarate contain?
Ferrous fumarate carries around 33% elemental iron, among the highest iron contents of common nutritional iron salts. Confirm the assay against the quoted specification before formulation.
Is ferrous fumarate the same as ferrous sulphate or ferrous gluconate?
No. Ferrous fumarate, ferrous sulphate and ferrous gluconate are different iron salts with different iron contents and solubilities. If the formulation names another salt, send a separate enquiry for that material.
Which grade should I request?
Use the standard written into the finished-product specification. A food fortification project and pharmaceutical supplement manufacture can require different release tests even when both name the same iron salt.
How is ferrous fumarate priced?
State the applicable quality standard, iron-content basis, test limits, particle requirement, order size and site. These define the commercial offer and its validity window.