Compound Q&A
What is Iron Sucrose (CAS: 8047-67-4)?
Answer
Iron sucrose (CAS: 8047-67-4) is a synthetic iron compound used as an iron supplement. It consists of iron ions complexed with sucrose molecules, forming a stable, water-soluble form. This compound is commonly employed in pharmaceuticals to treat iron deficiency anemia, offering controlled release of iron in the body. Its chemical formula is C12H24FeO12S2, and it appears as a white, crystalline powder with high solubility in water.
About
CAS No
8047-67-4
English Name
Iron sucrose
Molecular Formula
C18H24Fe2O24
Molecular Weight
736.06 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(C(C(=O)[O-])O)O)(C(C(=O)[O-])O)O.C(C(C(C(=O)[O-])O)O)(C(C(=O)[O-])O)O.C(C(C(C(=O)[O-])O)O)(C(C(=O)[O-])O)O.[Fe+3].[Fe+3]
InChIKey
ADQSUDSYBZBMFT-GFPJEPEZSA-H
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
