Elemental Iron
Elemental iron (Fe) powders are used in flour enrichment and cereal fortification.
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Ferric Citrate
Ferric citrate (FeC₆H₅O₇) is used in fortified foods and nutritional preparations.
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Ferric Orthophosphate
Ferric orthophosphate (FePO₄) is used in cereal and flour fortification systems.
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Ferric Pyrophosphate
Ferric pyrophosphate (Fe₄(P₂O₇)₃) is used in fortified foods where minimal flavor change is desired.
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Ferrous Fumarate
Ferrous fumarate (FeC₄H₂O₄) is used in fortified foods as a stable and concentrated iron source.
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Ferrous Gluconate
Ferrous gluconate (C₁₂H₂₂FeO₁₄) is used in fortified foods and as a color stabilizer in olives.
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Ferrous Lactate
Ferrous lactate (Fe(C₃H₅O₃)₂) is used in food fortification and occasionally in processed foods.
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Ferrous Sulfate
Ferrous sulfate (FeSO₄) is the most common iron fortification compound used in flour, cereals, and supplements.
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