Iron(II) lactate

Iron(II) lactate

Names
IUPAC name Ferrous 2-hydroxypropanoate
Other names Iron dilactate Iron(II) lactate E585
Identifiers
CAS Number	5905-52-2
ChemSpider	20839
Jmol 3D model	Interactive image
PubChem	22197
InChI InChI=1/2C3H6O3.Fe/c2*1-2(4)3(5)6;/h2*2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6);/q;;+2/p-2 Key: DKKCQDROTDCQOR-NUQVWONBAL
SMILES [Fe+2].[O-]C(=O)C(O)C.[O-]C(=O)C(O)C
Properties
Chemical formula	C6H10FeO6
Molar mass	233.99 g/mol
Appearance	greenish-white powder
Melting point	500 °C (932 °F; 773 K)
Solubility in water	trihydrate: 2.1 g/100ml (10 °C) 8.5 g/100ml (100 °C) dihydrate: 2% (25 °C)
Solubility	soluble in alkali citrates negligible in alcohol insoluble in ether
Vapor pressure	{{{value}}}
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Ferrous lactate, or iron(II) lactate, is a chemical compound consisting of one atom of iron (Fe²⁺) and two lactate anions. It has the chemical formula Fe(C₃H₅O₃)₂.

Uses

It is used as a food additive with E number E585. It is an acidity regulator and colour retention agent, and is also used to fortify foods with iron.

Safety

It is toxic and may cause irritation. Avoid inhalation of dusts. Remove all contamination, rinse with plenty of water. May cause some health symptoms including nausea after ingestion both acute and delayed.