Ferrous Sulfate

Also known as:
Iron(II) sulfate · Iron sulfate · Ferrous sulfate · Green vitriol

Iron(II) salt used as a source of iron in nutritional supplements and premixes for animal nutrition. It is also used in water treatment as a coagulant and reducing agent, and in the manufacture of dyes and pigments. It is commonly sold as the heptahydrate or in dry form.

Functions

Iron sourceCoagulant in water treatmentReducing agent

Typical applications

  • Nutritional supplements
  • Mineral premixes for animal nutrition
  • Water treatment
  • Dyes and pigments