Description
EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt 98% | Iron Chelate for Agriculture
Premium Iron Chelate EDTA for Plant Nutrition and Laboratory Applications
Ethylene Diamine Tetraacetic Ferric Sodium Salt – 98%, 99.4% Purity (LAB Grade) is a highly stable iron-based chelating compound (CAS No. 15708-41-5) designed for agricultural, industrial, and laboratory applications. This premium-grade EDTA iron chelate appears as a distinctive yellow solid, providing superior iron bioavailability for micronutrient formulations, fertilizer blends, and specialized research applications.
Our laboratory-grade EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt, available in both 98% and 99.4% purity levels, delivers exceptional performance in addressing iron deficiency challenges across diverse applications. The stable chelated iron structure ensures optimal nutrient delivery while maintaining compatibility with various application methods and environmental conditions.
Agricultural Micronutrient Applications of Iron Chelate EDTA
In modern agriculture, EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt serves as a critical micronutrient source for correcting iron deficiencies in crops, particularly in alkaline and calcareous soils where iron availability is naturally limited. Agricultural professionals utilize this iron chelate in foliar spray applications, drip irrigation systems, and direct soil treatments to ensure optimal plant nutrition and enhanced crop yields.
The chelated iron structure prevents precipitation and oxidation, maintaining iron in a plant-available form even under challenging soil conditions. This makes it especially valuable for high-value crops, greenhouse cultivation, and precision agriculture systems requiring consistent micronutrient delivery.
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Laboratory and Analytical Chemistry Applications
Research laboratories and analytical facilities utilize high-purity EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt for specialized analytical procedures, research studies, and quality control applications. The controlled iron content and consistent chelation properties make it ideal for biochemical research, plant nutrition studies, and industrial testing procedures requiring precise iron supplementation.
Laboratory professionals appreciate the compound’s stability, consistent composition, and reliable performance in complex analytical matrices. Its water solubility and chelation stability ensure accurate results in various analytical methodologies.
According to the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry, chelated metal compounds like EDTA complexes provide superior stability and bioavailability compared to traditional inorganic metal salts.
Industrial and Water Treatment Applications
Industrial applications of EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt include water treatment systems where controlled iron delivery prevents precipitation and scaling issues. Manufacturing processes requiring precise iron supplementation benefit from the compound’s stability and consistent iron content, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
Water treatment professionals utilize this iron chelate to maintain optimal iron levels while preventing unwanted precipitation that can damage equipment and reduce system efficiency. The chelated structure ensures iron remains in solution under varying pH and temperature conditions.
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Technical Specifications and Quality Standards
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt |
| CAS Number | 15708-41-5 |
| HS Code | 2922.49.90 |
| Purity | 98%, 99.4% |
| Appearance | Yellow Solid |
| Grade | LAB |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₀H₁₂FeN₂NaO₈ |
| Molecular Weight | 367.04 g/mol |
| Solubility | Soluble in Water |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Shelf Life | 5 Years |
| UN Number | Not Regulated |
Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Research Uses
In pharmaceutical research and biomedical applications, EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt provides a reliable source of bioavailable iron for specialized formulations and research studies. The controlled chelation properties ensure consistent iron delivery while minimizing interactions with other compounds in complex formulations.
Biomedical researchers utilize this compound in studies related to iron metabolism, nutritional supplementation, and therapeutic applications where precise iron control is essential. Its pharmaceutical-compatible properties make it suitable for various research applications requiring high-quality iron sources.
Packaging Solutions and Storage Requirements
Our laboratory-grade EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt is available in multiple packaging configurations designed to maintain product stability and user convenience:
- Sealed HDPE bags (1kg, 5kg, 25kg) for agricultural and research applications
- Industrial HDPE drums (50kg, 100kg) for large-scale manufacturing
- Laboratory containers (100g, 500g) for research and analytical use
- Moisture-resistant packaging with desiccant protection for extended storage
When stored in airtight, moisture-resistant packaging away from light and humidity, the product maintains its effectiveness and chelation stability for up to 5 years, ensuring long-term reliability for critical applications.
The Association of Official Analytical Chemists provides standardized methods for testing and validating chelated iron compounds to ensure quality and consistency.
Bioavailability and Chelation Chemistry
The EDTA chelation structure creates a stable ring complex around the iron atom, preventing oxidation and precipitation while maintaining iron in a readily available form. This chelation chemistry ensures superior bioavailability compared to traditional iron salts, particularly in alkaline conditions where conventional iron sources become unavailable.
The stability constant of EDTA-iron complexes provides excellent resistance to pH variations, temperature fluctuations, and interference from other ions, making it ideal for challenging application environments where consistent iron delivery is critical.
Quality Assurance and Analytical Testing
Each batch of EDTA Ferric Sodium Salt undergoes comprehensive quality testing including purity analysis, iron content verification, chelation stability assessment, and moisture content evaluation. Complete Certificate of Analysis documentation accompanies every shipment, providing full traceability and quality assurance for critical applications.
Our quality control procedures ensure consistent performance across different production lots, maintaining the high standards required for agricultural, laboratory, and industrial applications where reliability is essential.
