🍽️ Introduction: Tackling Iron Deficiency with Smart Fortification
Iron deficiency anemia affects over 1.6 billion people worldwide, especially children and pregnant women. Despite advances in food availability, iron deficiency remains a hidden hunger — because many staple foods naturally lack sufficient iron or it’s poorly absorbed by the body.
This is where food fortification plays a critical role — and Ferric Pyrophosphate (Fe₄(P₂O₇)₃) has emerged as a safe, effective, and taste-neutral iron source that blends easily into a variety of foods.
At Vinipul Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., we manufacture and supply high-purity Ferric Pyrophosphate for use in food, nutrition, and pharma-grade applications, supporting both domestic and international food fortification programs.
🧪 What is Ferric Pyrophosphate?
Ferric Pyrophosphate is an iron(III) salt of pyrophosphoric acid. It appears as a white to light yellow powder, is odorless, and is sparingly soluble in water — but highly bioavailable when processed into food formulations.
- Chemical Formula: Fe₄(P₂O₇)₃
- Iron Content: Typically 25–30% elemental iron
- Solubility: Low in water, improved via encapsulation or emulsification
- Grades: Food Grade | Pharma Grade | Encapsulated Grade
Unlike ferrous salts (which can cause metallic taste or oxidation), Ferric Pyrophosphate offers a stable, non-reactive, and taste-neutral alternative — making it ideal for direct fortification of sensitive food products.
✅ Why Ferric Pyrophosphate is Ideal for Fortification
| Attribute | Advantage in Fortification |
|---|---|
| Low Reactivity | Doesn’t affect food color, flavor, or stability |
| Odor & Taste-Free | No metallic aftertaste in sensitive formulations |
| High Iron Content | Delivers ~30% elemental iron without degradation |
| Stable in Storage | Long shelf-life, non-hygroscopic, oxidation-resistant |
| Safe & Approved | Used in UNICEF, WHO, and FSSAI food programs |
🧴 Common Applications of Ferric Pyrophosphate in Food
Ferric Pyrophosphate can be directly added to staple foods, nutraceuticals, or beverages without altering taste, smell, or appearance. Below are its top uses:
🍚 1. Fortified Rice
Ferric Pyrophosphate is often used in extruded rice kernels (FRK) that are blended with normal rice at a ratio of 1:100. This allows invisible iron supplementation without changing taste or texture.
🔍 Used in: Govt mid-day meals, school nutrition programs, FMCG rice brands
🫓 2. Flour & Wheat Fortification
Maida, atta, and wheat-based mixes (like ready-to-cook dosa batter) are often fortified using Ferric Pyrophosphate, thanks to its low interaction with gluten and starch.
🔍 Used by: Bakery premix brands, wheat flour manufacturers, fortified bread industry
🧃 3. Fortified Beverages
Liquid iron often causes unpleasant flavor or instability in juices and dairy drinks. Ferric Pyrophosphate’s low solubility prevents precipitation and taste shift, especially when used in encapsulated form.
🔍 Ideal for: Milk-based drinks, fruit juices, infant formula, medical food
🍬 4. Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Being taste-neutral and flowable, Ferric Pyrophosphate is suitable for chewables, gummies, capsules, and powder sachets in pediatric and women’s health nutrition.
🔍 Used in: OTC iron supplements, prenatal care, sports nutrition blends
🔬 Technical Specifications – Vinipul Ferric Pyrophosphate
| Parameter | Specification Range |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Pale Yellow Powder |
| Assay (Fe Content) | 25–30% |
| Moisture Content | <1.0% |
| pH (1% solution) | 5.0 – 7.0 |
| Lead (Pb) | <2 ppm (Food Grade) |
| Arsenic (As) | <1 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | <1 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | <0.1 ppm |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, dispersible |
| Compliance | FSSAI |
✔️ Grades Available:
- Food Grade (For FRK, flour, etc.)
- Pharma Grade (For tablets/sachets)
- Micronized Grade (for higher dispersion)
- Encapsulated (custom on request)
🌐 Global Approvals & Food Safety Standards
Ferric Pyrophosphate is recognized globally as a safe iron fortificant and is approved by multiple regulatory bodies for use in foods, supplements, and medical nutrition.
🔒 Regulatory Approvals:
- WHO & UNICEF: Recommended for iron fortification in rice via FRK
- US FDA: Listed as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe)
- FSSAI (India): Approved under Schedule-I for use in FRK, flour, beverages
- Codex Alimentarius: Compliant with international food fortification guidelines
- USP & FCC: Meets pharma and food chemical codex purity norms
These certifications make Ferric Pyrophosphate a globally trusted ingredient in both private and government-driven nutrition programs.
🌍 Export Markets & Custom Supply Formats
Vinipul Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. supplies Ferric Pyrophosphate to buyers across:
- Middle East: UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia
- Africa: Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Ghana
- Asia: Bangladesh, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia
- Europe & LATAM: On-demand sample clearance and port-wise delivery
📦 Available Packaging:
| Pack Size | Usage Type |
|---|---|
| 25 kg HDPE Bag | Industrial & bulk buyers |
| 5 kg Pouch | Contract manufacturers & packers |
| 1 kg Sample | R&D labs & quality trials |
| Custom Label | White/private label options |
📜 Documents: COA, MSDS, SGS (3rd Party), Lab Test Report included
🚚 Delivery: Ready stock + Port-wise dispatch available (Navi Mumbai)
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🔹 Is Ferric Pyrophosphate safe for food fortification?
Answer: Yes, Ferric Pyrophosphate is FSSAI and WHO-approved, non-toxic, and widely used in iron-fortified rice, flour, and beverages.
🔹 What foods can be fortified with Ferric Pyrophosphate?
Answer: It is ideal for fortified rice (FRK), wheat flour, ready-to-eat snacks, dairy drinks, juices, and dietary supplements.
🔹 Why choose Ferric Pyrophosphate over ferrous sulfate?
Answer: It doesn’t cause metallic taste, discoloration, or food instability — making it better suited for sensitive food products.
🔹 What is the shelf life of food-grade Ferric Pyrophosphate?
Answer: Typically 24 months when stored in airtight packaging under dry conditions.
🔹 How is Ferric Pyrophosphate absorbed by the body?
Answer: While less soluble, encapsulated or micronized versions show excellent absorption with low gastrointestinal discomfort.
🔹 Can Ferric Pyrophosphate be used in beverages?
Answer: Yes. It is often used in liquid supplements and functional drinks in encapsulated form to prevent precipitation.
🔹 Does it require special mixing or processing?
Answer: No. It can be added during blending or extrusion. For beverages, micronized or encapsulated versions are recommended.
🔹 How is Ferric Pyrophosphate packaged for export?
Answer: Vinipul offers it in 25 kg moisture-proof HDPE bags, with custom labels and certificates for international clearance.
🏆 Why Vinipul Chemicals is the Trusted Supplier of Ferric Pyrophosphate
🔹 GMP + ISO Certified Manufacturing: Ensures high-quality, food-grade safety
🔹 FSSAI Compliant: Suitable for all Indian and international fortification programs
🔹 Wide Grades Available: Technical, pharma, micronized, and encapsulated options
🔹 Export Ready: Shipping support to 25+ countries with fast dispatch from Navi Mumbai
🔹 Documentation Support: COA, MSDS, 3rd party lab tests on request
🔹 Custom Packaging & OEM Labels: For contract manufacturing & white label needs
📞 Contact the Leading Ferric Pyrophosphate Manufacturer
Vinipul Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
🏢 1105, Signature Business Park, Opp Golden Lawn Hotel, Chembur, Mumbai – 400071
🏭 Factory: Ambernath Road, Near Hindalco, Taloja MIDC, Navi Mumbai – 410208
📞 +91-93222 31817 | +91-75063 61817
📧 info@vinipulchemicals.com | mktg@vinipulchemicals.com
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