Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)

Name: Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008394

About Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)

Listed under CAS 1185-57-5, Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade. Its molecular formula is C6H11FeNO7+3 and its molecular weight is 265.0 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is azane, 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. Iron(3+). Common synonyms include Ammonium iron(III) citrate and brown.

It is supplied as a brown powder. Solubility: soluble in water.1200 g/L (20°C). Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include food and flavour applications and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Food & flavour applications
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)
Catalogue No.	VQ-008394
CAS Number	1185-57-5
IUPAC name	azane;2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid;iron(3+)
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
Molecular weight	265 g/mol
Exact mass	264.9885
Grade	Synthesis
HSN code	29181550
InChIKey	FRHBOQMZUOWXQL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O.N.[Fe+3]
PubChem CID	118984355

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Brown powder
Solubility	Soluble in water.1200 g/L (20°C)
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 8
TPSA	133 Å²
Synonyms	Ammonium iron(III) citrate, brown, Ferric ammonium citrate, Ammonium ferric citrate, Iron ammonium citrate, Ferri Seltz, Ferric ammonium citrate, green, Ammonii ferri citras, Ammonium iron(3+) citrate, Iron ammonium citrate, green, Ferric Ammonium Citrate, Brown, Ferrum citricum ammoniatum fuscum

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 1185-57-5

AR

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR

CAS: 1185-57-5
Formula: C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
MW: 265 g/mol

VQ-008395

Cell Culture

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown), cell culture tested

CAS: 1185-57-5
Formula: C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
MW: 265 g/mol

VQ-046408

IP

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown), IP 20.5–22.5%

CAS: 1185-57-5
Formula: C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
MW: 265 g/mol

VQ-046019

IP / LR

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown), IP, LR

CAS: 1185-57-5
Formula: C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
MW: 265 g/mol

VQ-047083

USP / Cell Culture

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown), USP, cell culture tested

CAS: 1185-57-5
Formula: C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
MW: 265 g/mol

VQ-046046

AR

Ammonium ferric citrate, Green, GR

CAS: 1185-57-5
Formula: C₆H₁₁FeNO₇⁺3
MW: 265 g/mol

VQ-001108

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)?

The CAS Registry Number of Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) is 1185-57-5. It is also known as Ammonium iron(III) citrate, brown, Ferric ammonium citrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)?

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) has the molecular formula C6H11FeNO7+3 and a molecular weight of 265 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) can I order?

We supply Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) in Synthesis grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)?

Yes. Every lot of Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.