Ferrous Bisglycinate | CAS 20150-34-9 High Absorption Iron Chelate Raw Material (Pharma / Food / Feed Grade)

Product Introduction

Ferrous bisglycinate is a third-generation amino acid chelated iron material, widely applied in pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, food fortification and animal feed industries.

Compared with first and second-generation iron sources such as ferrous sulfate and ferrous gluconate, ferrous bisglycinate adopts a unique small-molecule chelated structure to mitigate common drawbacks of traditional iron salts, including low absorption rate, gastrointestinal irritation, metallic taste and absorption antagonism against other trace minerals.

Its iron bioavailability reaches 3–5 times that of ferrous sulfate. It delivers faint metallic odor, mild effects on digestive tracts and facilitates the absorption of calcium, zinc and selenium, along with outstanding processing stability. It is a premium iron fortifier commonly adopted by health supplement manufacturers, pharmaceutical factories, food producers and feed enterprises.

We supply high-purity water-soluble ferrous bisglycinate powder with complete grades. Every batch features stable indicators, uniform powder appearance and strong oxidation resistance, suitable for formula upgrading and large-scale industrial production.

Core Advantages of Ferrous Bisglycinate

1. Higher Absorption Efficiency than Traditional Inorganic & Organic Iron Salts

Ferrous bisglycinate is absorbed through small intestines as an intact chelated molecule. Its absorption process is barely interfered by phytic acid, phosphate, dietary fiber and other ingredients, leading to higher iron utilization efficiency and helping iron supplement finished products achieve expected nutritional effects.

Ferrous Bisglycinate intestinal absorption diagram, high bioavailability, low gastrointestinal irritation, multi-mineral compatibility iron chelate

2. Mild Chemical Structure to Reduce Gastrointestinal Discomfort Feedback

Conventional inorganic iron salts easily release free ferrous ions, which may cause bloating, constipation and metallic aftertaste among consumers. The chelated structure of ferrous bisglycinate wraps ferrous ions and limits free iron release, offering better palatability. It fits formulas targeting people with sensitive stomachs, and adverse feedback rarely appears in clinical applications.

3. No Antagonism with Trace Minerals, Ideal for Multi-Mineral Compound Formulas

Most iron raw materials hinder the absorption of calcium, zinc, selenium and other minerals, restricting the development of complex nutritional formulas. Ferrous bisglycinate supports the uptake of multiple trace elements with excellent compound compatibility, ideal for R&D of multi-vitamin and multi-mineral nutrition products.

4. Excellent Physical & Chemical Stability for Mass Production of Multiple Dosage Forms

This material features good water solubility, temperature resistance and anti-discoloration capacity during processing with low raw material loss. It can be manufactured into oral liquids, tablets, granules, hard capsules, powder formulations and feed premixes with stable qualification rate in mass production.

Physiological Functions & Market Application Directions

1. Alleviate Symptoms Related to Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron serves as a core component of hemoglobin, myoglobin and various functional enzymes in human bodies, participating in oxygen transportation and storage. Proper supplementation of ferrous bisglycinate helps raise hemoglobin levels and relieve fatigue, dizziness and poor complexion caused by iron deficiency. It is a common raw material for dietary and medicinal iron supplementation products.

2. Support Normal Immune Metabolism

Iron takes part in multiple physiological metabolism and enzymatic reactions in human bodies. Reasonable regular iron supplementation maintains normal metabolic conditions and alleviates sub-health status, making it fit for long-term nutritional supplement products.

3. Fit Iron Supplement Formulas for Various Populations

It can be developed into nutritional products for iron-deficient groups including pregnant women, infants, teenagers, the elderly, vegetarians and people recovering from surgeries, covering a wide range of end consumers.

Main Application Fields

1. Raw Material for Pharmaceuticals & Dietary Supplements

Applicable to oral blood tonic preparations, iron supplement capsules, liquid iron products for children, special iron nutrition agents for pregnant women and compound mineral dietary supplements. With high safety and low irritation, it is a preferred premium raw material for upgrading iron supplement formulas.

2. Food Fortificant

Used for iron fortification in functional drinks, meal replacement powder, dairy products and nutritional grains. It carries no peculiar smell and will not alter original flavor or color of food, compatible with most food systems.

3. Feed Additive

As an organic iron additive for livestock and poultry, it provides both iron element and glycine simultaneously. It prevents iron-deficiency anemia in piglets and poultry, improves feed intake, strengthens animal immunity and supports healthy growth, acting as a preferred iron source for high-end breeding formulas.

Guidelines for Usage & Storage

1. Add according to formula standards and iron demand of target crowds. Long-term excessive iron intake may lead to iron overload and extra metabolic burden on organisms.
2. Wide compound compatibility, mixable with vitamins, various minerals and conventional food raw materials.
3. Store in sealed, light-proof and room-temperature environment. Proper storage maintains stable physical and chemical properties and avoids oxidation failure for a long time.

Product Summary

If you intend to optimize your existing iron supplement formulas and replace traditional iron salts with low absorption, strong irritation and poor taste, ferrous bisglycinate is a well-balanced upgrading option.

It boasts five core strengths: high absorption efficiency, reliable safety, favorable palatability, great compound compatibility and stable production performance. It is a mainstream raw material adopted by health food, pharmaceutical and feed manufacturers worldwide to develop premium iron supplement products.

We keep high-purity products in stock with corresponding COA test reports available. Customized packaging and stable bulk supply are supported. Manufacturers and foreign trade distributors are welcome to inquire for samples and quotations.