Ferrous Fumarate EP / BP
| Product Name: | Ferrous Fumarate EP / BP |
| Product Formula: | C4H2FeO4 |
| Molecular Weight: | 169.9 |
| CAS Number: | 141-01-5 |
| No. | Tests | Specifications | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Fine, reddish-orange or reddish brown powder | EP/BP |
| 2 | Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in ethanol (96%) | EP/BP |
| 3 | Identification: A. Thin-layer chromatography B. Test B C. Reaction of iron |
Shall pass the test Shall pass the test Shall pass the test |
EP/BP |
| 4 | Sulphates | Max. 0.2 % | EP/BP |
| 5 | Arsenic | Max. 5 ppm | EP/BP |
| 6 | Ferric ion | Max. 2.0 % | EP/BP |
| 7 | Cadmium | Max. 10 ppm | EP/BP |
| 8 | Chromium | Max. 200ppm | EP/BP |
| 9 | Lead | Max. 20 ppm | EP/BP |
| 10 | Mercury | Max. 1 ppm | EP/BP |
| 11 | Nickel | Max. 200ppm | EP/BP |
| 12 | Zinc | Max. 500ppm | EP/BP |
| 13 | Loss on drying | Max. 1.0% | EP/BP |
| 14 | Assay as C4H2FeO4 (On dried substance) |
93.0% to 101.0% | EP/BP |
Storage: Store in a well-closed container at a temperature not exceeding 25°C, protected from direct sunlight and Moisture, unless otherwise specified.
Retest Period: 2 years from the date of manufacture.
