Iron (II) Sulfate Heptahydrate (BP, GB, FCC) | Ferrous Sulfate 7H₂O

Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate (FeSO₄·7H₂O) | BP / GB / FCC Grade

Cat No.: ASC-8002

Food- & Pharmaceutical-Grade Ferrous Salt for Nutritional, Pharmaceutical & Technical Applications

Product Identification

Product Name: Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate
Synonyms: Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate
CAS Number: 7782-63-0
Linear Formula: FeSO₄ · 7H₂O
Molecular Weight: 278.01 g/mol
Grade: BP / GB / FCC
Form: Crystalline solid

Product Overview

Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate, also known as ferrous sulfate heptahydrate, is a high-purity iron(II) salt widely used in food, pharmaceutical, nutritional, and technical applications. Supplied as blue-green crystalline material, it provides a readily bioavailable source of iron and is manufactured to meet BP, GB, and FCC specifications.

Due to its defined composition, solubility, and iron content, ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is commonly employed in nutritional formulations, pharmaceutical excipients, food fortification (where permitted), laboratory reagents, and industrial processes requiring controlled iron supplementation.

Ausamics Iron(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate is supplied with consistent batch quality and full analytical documentation to support regulated and professional use.

Synonyms & Identifiers

Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate
Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate
Green vitriol

Key Features & Benefits

BP, GB, and FCC grade quality
High purity with defined iron content
Readily soluble in water
Consistent crystalline form for controlled handling
Suitable for food, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and industrial applications
Supplied with Certificate of Analysis (COA)

Typical Applications

Food & Nutritional Applications

Source of iron in food fortification and nutritional products, where permitted by FSANZ, Codex Alimentarius, and relevant regulations
Ingredient in mineral premixes and fortified formulations

Pharmaceutical Applications

Active ingredient or excipient in pharmaceutical preparations
Component of iron supplementation formulations
Intermediate for pharmaceutical manufacturing

Laboratory & Technical Use

Analytical chemistry reagent
Preparation of iron-containing solutions
Educational and research applications

Industrial Applications

Water treatment processes
Chemical manufacturing and processing

Chemical & Functional Principle

Iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate provides iron in the ferrous (Fe²⁺) state, which exhibits good solubility and reactivity in aqueous systems. The heptahydrate form stabilises the compound and allows predictable handling and dissolution behaviour in formulation and analytical applications.

Typical Specifications

Appearance: Blue-green crystalline solid
Solubility: Soluble in water
Assay / Purity: Conforms to BP / GB / FCC specifications

(Exact analytical values are provided in the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.)

Physical Properties

Appearance: Blue-green crystals
Odour: Odourless
Stability: May oxidise on prolonged exposure to air

Storage & Stability

Store in a cool, dry place
Keep container tightly closed
Protect from moisture and prolonged air exposure
Stable under recommended storage conditions

Regulatory & Compliance Information

Complies with BP, GB, and FCC monographs
Permitted for food and nutritional use in Australia and many international markets, subject to regulatory limits
Recognised under Codex Alimentarius standards
Regulatory status may vary by country and application

Supplied with batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA)
SDS and technical documentation available upon request

Intended Use

Supplied as a BP / GB / FCC grade ferrous salt suitable for food, nutritional, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and industrial applications where permitted.

Final product suitability, use levels, and regulatory compliance must be determined by the end user in accordance with FSANZ, Codex Alimentarius, and other applicable national regulations.

Not intended for therapeutic or medicinal use without appropriate regulatory approval.

Quality & Supply Assurance

Manufactured and packed under controlled conditions
Consistent batch-to-batch quality
Technical support provided by Ausamics Life Science

Customs & Trade Information

HS / AHECC Code: 2833.29.00
Sulphates; other