Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate – A High-Performance Chemical with Versatile Applications
Produced in our modern facilities in Izmir Torbalı using the latest technology, Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate is a dry, odorless, crystalline chemical with a blue-green color. It comes in various forms depending on its water content: anhydrous (waterless), monohydrate (one water), pentahydrate (five waters), and heptahydrate (seven waters). Its chemical formula is FeSO4, and it contains 19% (±0.4) iron (Fe). With an annual production capacity of 10,000 tons, we provide a product of high purity and reliable quality.
Applications
Industrial Chemistry: Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is used as a precursor to many iron compounds and serves as a reducing agent. It is also employed in reducing toxic chromate in cement to a less harmful compound.
Textile Industry: Historically, ferrous sulfate heptahydrate has been used as a dye fixative in textile dyeing for centuries. It is also widely used in leather processing, blackening, and ink production.
Food Supplements and Pharmaceuticals: Iron is a key component in many vitamin and mineral supplements. It can also be used to treat iron deficiency anemia in both over-the-counter and therapeutic doses.
Agriculture and Horticulture: Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is used in agriculture to lower soil pH and help plants absorb nutrients more effectively. It is particularly effective in treating iron chlorosis and, when combined with compost, provides long-term soil improvement.
Water Treatment: In municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants, ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is used for phosphate removal and water purification through flocculation. It is also effective in preventing eutrophication in water bodies.
Gold Refining: Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is used in precipitating metallic gold from auric chloride solutions, playing a critical role in gold refining.
Protective Coatings: It is added to cooling water passing through turbine condenser tubes to form a corrosion-resistant coating, ensuring the long-term durability of the system.
Wood Processing: Traditionally used in water-based paints for wood panel processing in homes.
Ink Production: Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is one of the most important components in the production of iron gall ink.
Feed Additive: According to the European Union Commission Implementing Regulation 2017/2330, it is used as a feed additive under the designation number 3b104. It provides iron supplementation in animal feeds.
Product Features
- Appearance: Blue-Green Crystals, Odorless
- Chemical Name: Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate; Iron(II) Sulfate of Sulfuric Acid
- Chemical Formula: FeSO4·7H2O
- Packaging: 25 kg bag and 1,000 kg big bag
Advantages
- High purity iron content (19%) ensures reliable performance in numerous industrial and agricultural applications.
- Versatile applications range from food supplements to water treatment, catering to a broad spectrum of industries.
- Odorless and crystalline structure allows easy use in both industrial and household applications.
- Environmentally friendly properties provide a safe solution for water treatment and agricultural applications.
Why Choose Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate? Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is widely used in industries such as textiles, agriculture, water treatment, and chemistry. Produced in our modern factory in Izmir Torbalı, this product’s high iron content and versatility make it an ideal choice for industrial solutions. It offers both environmentally friendly and cost-effective benefits, improving efficiency and delivering long-lasting results.