Product Name: Iron(II) Gluconate Dihydrate
Chemical Formula: C12H22FeO14·2H2O
Chemical Family: Ferrous salt
Common Names: Ferrous gluconate dihydrate
CAS Number: 299-29-6
Recommended Use: Pharmaceutical ingredient, food additive, nutritional supplement
Manufacturer Information: Supplier contact details and emergency telephone number should be included on packaging label
Synonyms: Gluconic acid, iron(2+) salt, dihydrate
Molecular Weight: 482.18 g/mol
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport
REACH Registration: Exempt or registered under relevant guidelines
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS guidelines
Physical Hazards: Non-flammable, does not present an explosion risk under normal conditions
Health Hazards: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, and gastrointestinal tract; ingestion in excessive amounts can cause iron toxicity
Environmental Hazards: Low risk for environmental hazard; not classified as marine pollutant
Signal Word: None required
Pictogram: None required
Hazard Statements: Not hazardous but can cause discomfort if overexposed
Precautionary Statements: Use gloves and eye protection if handling large quantities
Chemical Name: Iron(II) Gluconate Dihydrate
Concentration: > 98%
Hazardous Components: None identified
Impurities: Trace amounts of related gluconate derivatives; levels conform to regulatory specifications
Additives: Not intentionally added
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if irritation or shortness of breath persists
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and continue rinsing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, drink water, seek medical advice for symptoms of iron overload such as abdominal pain or vomiting
Important Symptoms: Gastrointestinal upset, mild eye or skin irritation
Immediate Medical Attention: Required for large accidental ingestion, especially in children
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets
Special Hazards: Product does not burn, but decomposition may release carbon oxides and iron oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Fire Fighting Instructions: Prevent firefighting runoff from entering waterways
Explosion Data: Not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation, ventilate area, use protective gloves and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release into drains, rivers, or soil
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up and place in suitable container for disposal, wash spill site after collection
Cleanup Tools: Use broom, shovel, and water for large spills; damp cloth for small amounts
Decontamination: Rinse area with water after cleanup is complete
Safe Handling: Handle in a well-ventilated area, minimize dust generation, use personal protective equipment for bulk handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed original container, keep in cool, dry, ventilated area
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers and acids
Storage Temperature: Ambient, avoid exposure to humidity
Packaging Materials: Keep in moisture-resistant containers
Special Precautions: Avoid contamination with food, keep away from children
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this substance
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to control airborne dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Light gloves, safety goggles, laboratory coat if handling in laboratory environment
Respiratory Protection: Mask recommended for dust-producing operations
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Appearance: Light yellow to pale greenish powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: 4.5 – 6.5 (1% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Decomposes without melting at above 210°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Relative Density: 1.8–1.9 g/cm³
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Viscosity: Not applicable
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, iron oxides
Chemical Stability: Stable in dry, well-sealed containers at room temperature
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Reaction with strong oxidizing agents, acids
Conditions to Avoid: Humidity, elevated temperatures, exposure to air over long periods
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Under fire conditions, releases carbon oxides, iron oxides, traces of irritating gases
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 in rat: >5,000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: Chronic overexposure can cause iron accumulation, risk of hemochromatosis or tissue damage
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause slight irritation
Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild irritant
Respiratory Sensitization: Unlikely hazard at low concentrations
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified as mutagenic
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No known reproductive toxicity at normal exposure levels
Ecotoxicity: No data indicating acute aquatic toxicity
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, iron portion integrates into soil with low ecological risk
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low
Mobility in Soil: Readily dispersible in aqueous environments
Other Adverse Effects: Low risk to water or soil at recommended handling levels
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Product Disposal: Securely contain, avoid release to environment, incinerate or landfill with properly designated waste
Contaminated Packaging: Clean and recycle or dispose as chemical waste
Special Precautions: Do not allow material to enter public waterways or drainage systems
UN Number: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous material
Packing Group: Not assigned
Proper Shipping Name: Iron(II) Gluconate Dihydrate
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: No special requirements during transport; standard personal safety procedures sufficient
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard: Not a hazardous chemical
TSCA Inventory: Listed
EU Regulation (REACH): Compliant under ECHA guidelines or exempt from registration
SARA Title III, Section 313: Not subject to reporting
WHMIS Classification (Canada): Not controlled
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Food Additive Status: Approved for use in food and pharmaceutical products by relevant US and EU authorities
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