Iron Ferric Orthophosphate – Fine Powder

Ferric orthophosphate is a pale, water-insoluble iron phosphate widely used to fortify cereals, bakery and pasta products without causing rancidity or colour change. It combines good processing stability with a neutral taste.

Supplied as a mineral salt / chelate for supplement, premix and fortification use; elemental mineral content is declared on the CoA.

GUTINS Iron Ferric Orthophosphate — fine powder is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: fine powder; form / technology: Salt / chelate; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Supports normal red blood cell formation
• Contributes to normal oxygen transport
• Excellent stability in cereal and bakery processing
• Neutral colour and taste
• Low pro-oxidant activity in fat-containing foods

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Mineral supplementation, premix, tablets/capsules.

• Fortified breakfast cereals
• Flour, pasta and bakery fortification
• Infant cereals
• Nutrition bars
• Mineral premixes
• Iron tablets

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 14–30 mg/day elemental iron (ferric orthophosphate ~28–30% Fe)
• Typical use level: 0.01–0.2% in fortified cereals, flours and pasta; 5–30% in tablet blends
• Formulation tip: Calculate dosage on elemental mineral content (see CoA), not on total salt weight.
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Insoluble in water and oils; soluble in mineral acids

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place (below 25 °C) protected from moisture and light.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Permitted source of iron in dietary supplements and fortified foods in the US, EU (Directive 2002/46/EC / Reg. 1925/2006 lists) and India (FSSAI); FDA requires the iron accidental-overdose warning on solid supplements. Verify form-specific listings and maximum levels in the destination market. Ferric phosphate is GRAS (21 CFR 184.1301) and listed as ferric orthophosphate in EU mineral lists.

Diet suitability: Generally vegetarian. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• Iron can be harmful in excess: keep out of reach of children (accidental iron overdose is dangerous); US UL 45 mg/day elemental iron
• Reduces absorption of levothyroxine, tetracyclines, quinolones and levodopa – separate dosing by 2–4 h
• Not for people with haemochromatosis or iron overload unless medically advised
• Relatively low bioavailability compared with ferrous forms – dose accordingly

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.