Comparing E381 - ferric ammonium citrate vs E579 - iron gluconate

Synonyms
E381
ferric ammonium citrate
ammonium ferric citrate
E579
iron gluconate
ferrous gluconate
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Popular questions
  1. Ferric ammonium citrate green rock hard, how to reconstitute?

    It cakes but remains highly water‑soluble: break up the mass and dissolve in distilled/deionized water with stirring; gentle warming (up to ~40–50°C) can help, then filter if needed and store airtight with a desiccant to prevent re‑hardening.

  2. Ferric ammonium citrate rock hard, how to reconstitute?

    Crush to increase surface area and dissolve in deionized water under vigorous stirring; mild heat aids dissolution—avoid boiling—and store the solid or solution tightly sealed to limit moisture cycling and caking.

  3. Ferric ammonium citrate what is?

    A synthetic, water‑soluble iron(III) complex of citrate with ammonium (E381), used in foods where permitted mainly as an iron fortificant and acidity regulator.

  4. How cells uptake ferric ammonium citrate?

    In cell culture it provides non‑transferrin‑bound Fe3+ that is reduced at the membrane and transported primarily via DMT1 as Fe2+; uptake can vary by cell type and conditions.

  5. How is ferric ammonium citrate?

    It is a very water‑soluble green or brown solid used in foods (E381) where allowed as an iron source and acidity regulator; typical use levels follow good manufacturing practice and applicable regulations.

  1. How much ferrous gluconate should i take daily?

    Dosage is based on elemental iron: 324 mg ferrous gluconate provides about 38 mg elemental iron. Typical adult treatment is 40-60 mg elemental iron once daily (or on alternate days); avoid exceeding 45 mg/day long-term without medical advice.

  2. Is ferrous gluconate safe?

    Yes - E579 is an approved food additive and ferrous gluconate is generally safe at recommended doses; common side effects include nausea, constipation, and dark stools. Keep out of children's reach and avoid use if you have iron overload or are already taking high-iron products unless advised by a clinician.

  3. Is ferrous gluconate gluten free?

    The ingredient itself is gluten-free. Check supplement labels for gluten-free certification because excipients or manufacturing could add gluten.

  4. What is ferrous gluconate 324 mg used for?

    It is used to treat or prevent iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia; a 324 mg tablet supplies about 38 mg of elemental iron. In foods, E579 also stabilizes color in products like black olives, but the 324 mg oral form is for supplementation.

  5. What is the difference between ferrous sulfate and ferrous gluconate?

    Both are ferrous iron salts; ferrous sulfate provides more elemental iron per tablet (about 65 mg in a 325 mg tablet) than ferrous gluconate (about 38 mg in a 324 mg tablet). When matched for elemental iron they absorb similarly, but some people find gluconate gentler on the stomach.