Product Specification

Food Grade Ferric Phosphate Used As Iron Supplementation In Staple Foods To Help Iron-Deficiency Anemia

What is Food Grade Ferric phosphate?

Ferric Phosphate (FePO₄) is a highly stable, bioavailable iron salt used as a source of iron for food fortification. This food-grade iron compound is safe for consumption and helps to increase the iron content of food products without affecting their taste, texture, or appearance. Iron is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in the production of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to tissues throughout the body. Joyful Nutritional manufactures Ferric Phosphate in accordance with the highest quality standards, ensuring it is safe and effective for use in iron fortification.

Iron-deficiency anemia is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide, affecting millions of people. One effective way to combat this issue is through iron fortification in staple foods. Food Grade Ferric Phosphate, produced by Joyful Nutritional, offers a reliable solution for iron supplementation, helping to enhance the nutritional profile of everyday foods while addressing the global concern of iron deficiency. As a leading manufacturer of Ferric Phosphate, Joyful Nutritional provides high-quality, safe, and stable iron fortification solutions designed for use in a wide range of staple foods.

Currently, ferric orthophosphate can be added as an iron source to cereal products and dairy products. Food-grade ferric orthophosphate is a good iron nutritional supplement and is mostly used in egg products, rice products and paste products.

Why Use Ferric Phosphate for Iron Fortification?

1. Effective Iron Supplementation

Ferric Phosphate provides an efficient source of iron that can be easily incorporated into staple foods. When added to foods like flour, rice, pasta, and cereals, it helps to combat iron-deficiency anemia, particularly in regions where iron intake is insufficient due to dietary limitations.

2. Stable and Safe

Ferric Phosphate is highly stable during processing and storage, ensuring that the iron content remains consistent throughout the product’s shelf life. It is also considered GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by food regulatory bodies, making it a reliable option for use in food fortification without compromising food safety.

3. Neutral Taste and Texture

Unlike some iron salts that can impart a metallic taste or affect the texture of food, Ferric Phosphate has a neutral taste and texture. This makes it ideal for fortifying staple foods without altering their sensory characteristics, ensuring that consumers continue to enjoy the flavors they are familiar with.

4. Addresses Iron-Deficiency Anemia

Iron-deficiency anemia is a global health issue that can lead to fatigue, weakened immune function, and cognitive impairment. Fortifying foods with Ferric Phosphate provides an easy, affordable way to increase iron intake

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Applications of Ferric Phosphate in Staple Foods

1. Fortified Flour and Bread Products

Ferric Phosphate is widely used to fortify flour, which is then used to make bread, pasta, and other baked goods. These foods are consumed daily by millions of people, making them ideal vehicles for iron supplementation. By adding Ferric Phosphate to flour, we can help ensure that essential nutrients are delivered to the population through everyday meals.

2. Cereal and Grain Fortification

Breakfast cereals and rice are also common targets for iron fortification. Ferric Phosphate blends seamlessly into these products, providing a bioavailable form of iron that can help reduce the incidence of iron-deficiency anemia among children and adults. These fortified cereals and grains provide a nutritious start to the day and ensure that consumers get a boost of iron with their meals.

3. Processed and Packaged Foods

Many processed and packaged foods, such as instant noodles, ready-to-eat meals, and snacks, can benefit from iron fortification. Ferric Phosphate can be added during the manufacturing process to increase the iron content, making these convenient food items a source of essential nutrients.

4. Infant and Toddler Food Products

Iron-fortified infant cereals and baby foods are essential for ensuring that growing children receive the nutrients they need for proper development. Ferric Phosphate is commonly used in these products to ensure that infants and toddlers, who are particularly vulnerable to iron deficiency, receive adequate amounts of iron in their diet.

Why Choose Joyful Nutritional for Ferric Phosphate?

1. High-Quality Manufacturing

At Joyful Nutritional, we prioritize quality in every step of our production process. Our Food Grade Ferric Phosphate is manufactured in GMP-certified facilities, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of purity, safety, and efficacy. This ensures that our product is both safe and effective for use in iron fortification of foods.

2. Custom Solutions for Food Manufacturers

We understand the unique needs of food producers, and we offer customized solutions for Ferric Phosphate formulations to meet specific product requirements. Whether you are fortifying flour, cereals, or processed foods, we provide tailored solutions to ensure seamless integration into your production processes.

3. Commitment to Nutrition

As a leader in the production of nutritional ingredients, Joyful Nutritional is dedicated to improving global health through iron fortification. Our high-quality Ferric Phosphate helps manufacturers deliver fortified products that can make a real difference in addressing iron-deficiency anemia.

Ferric Phosphate is an essential ingredient for fortifying staple foods with iron, providing an effective solution to help reduce the prevalence of iron-deficiency anemia. At Joyful Nutritional, we are committed to producing high-quality Food Grade Ferric Phosphate that enhances the nutritional value of staple foods like flour, cereals, and processed products, ensuring that populations at risk of iron deficiency receive the nutrients they need.

Loading capacity:

1. Our loading capacity for bag packed material is 8 tons for 20 foot container, and 20 tons for 40 foot container.
2. The loading capacity for drum packed material is 8 tons for 20 foot container and 16MT for 40 food container.

Documentation support:

1. Specification Sheet
2. Certificate of Analysis
3. Technical Data sheet
4. Nutritional Value
5. Material Safety Data sheet
6. Qualification Certificate
7. Third Party Laboratory testing report.