Iron (ii) fumarate
CAS#: 141-01-5
Iron (II) fumarate is a chemical compound that combines the essential mineral iron in its ferrous (2+) form with fumarate, a salt of fumaric acid. It’s often used as a source of iron in dietary supplements to address iron deficiency. Iron is vital for the formation of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood, and for various metabolic processes. Iron (II) fumarate supplements are commonly taken to help prevent or treat iron deficiency anemia, a condition characterized by low levels of hemoglobin and red blood cells. This compound provides a well-absorbed form of iron for better supplementation.
