Description
Technical & Manufacturing Relevance:
Used as a bioavailable and well-tolerated iron source in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations
Citric acid ligand improves solubility, absorption, and palatability, reducing metallic taste
Shows better gastrointestinal tolerance compared to ferrous sulphate
Commonly applied in hematinic preparations, multivitamin–mineral supplements, and iron tonics
Compatible with vitamins (vitamin C, folic acid, vitamin B₁₂), minerals, and herbal extracts
Exhibits good stability in solid dosage forms and oral liquids when protected from moisture and oxidation
Applicable Dosage Forms:
Tablets and capsules
Syrups, drops, and oral liquids
Powders, granules, and sachets
Dry syrups
Multivitamin–mineral premixes
Pediatric, geriatric, and maternal nutrition formulations
Pharmacopoeial / Quality Notes:
Available in grades aligned with USP / EP / BP / IP / FCC (iron salt specifications)
Yellowish-brown to light brown crystalline powder
Soluble to freely soluble in water (grade dependent); practically insoluble in alcohol
Sensitive to oxidation; requires controlled processing and suitable packaging
Manufactured in GMP-certified facilities with batch-wise traceability and validated analytical testing
Animal-Origin Declaration:
100% non-animal origin
Free from BSE/TSE, GMO, and allergen risks
Manufacturing Support:
Supplied with COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS, specification sheet, assay method, and origin declaration
Technical support for iron equivalence calculations, formulation optimization, and stability control
Regulatory and documentation support available for global resale, export, and international distribution
Suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food supplement, and healthcare product manufacturing worldwide, subject to local regulatory approvals
Important Note:
Ferrous citrate offers a balanced profile of bioavailability and gastrointestinal tolerance among organic iron salts. Final dosage and labeling must strictly comply with country-specific iron RDA and UL limits for safe global distribution.
