Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR

Name: Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008395

About Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR

Listed under CAS 1185-57-5, Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade with a typical assay of 16.5–18.5%. Formula C6H11FeNO7+3, molecular weight 265.0 g/mol. The IUPAC name is azane, 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. Iron(3+). It is also known as Ammonium ferric citrate or Ferric ammonium citrate.

It is supplied as a powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for reduction reactions and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Reduction reactions
Organic synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR
Catalogue No.	VQ-008395
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	AR
Purity / assay	16.5–18.5%
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	Powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 8
TPSA	133 Å²
Synonyms	Ammonium ferric citrate, Ferric ammonium citrate, Iron ammonium citrate, Ammonium iron(III) 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, Ins no.381

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

Synthesis

Ammonium ferric citrate (brown)

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

VQ-008394

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) GR?

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

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

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

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

We supply Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR in AR (16.5–18.5%) 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) GR?

Yes. Every lot of Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR 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) GR be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ammonium ferric citrate (brown) GR 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.