Ferrous Fumarate

specification:   97.0%-101.0%Ferrous Fumarate
Synonyms:  Iron(Ⅱ) fumarate
Molecular formula: C4H2FeO4
Molecular weight : 169.90
Characteristic: Orange-red or reddish brown fine powder; odorless, slightly salt taste.
Quality Standards:USP30
Ferrous Fumarate contains not less than 97.0 percent and not more than 101.0 percent of C4H2FeO4,calculated on the dried basis.
Melting point:  >280°C
Density: alpha: 2.435
Water solubility:  Slightly soluble in water, ethanol-soluble.
Function and Usage:  Ferrous fumarate is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is important for many functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.
Ferrous fumarate is used as a dietary supplement, and to prevent and to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.