Ferrous Sulfate Monohydrate

Ferrous sulfate monohydrate is a chemical compound with the formula FeSO4·H2O. It is a crystalline solid that appears as pale blue-green granules or powder. The “monohydrate” designation indicates that each molecule of ferrous sulfate is associated with one molecule of water.

This compound is primarily used as a source of iron in various applications. In medicine, ferrous sulfate monohydrate is commonly used as a dietary supplement to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia, a condition characterized by low levels of red blood cells due to insufficient iron intake or absorption. Iron is essential for the production of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood, and ferrous sulfate monohydrate provides a readily absorbable form of iron for supplementation.

Apart from its medicinal uses, ferrous sulfate monohydrate finds applications in agriculture as a fertilizer to correct iron deficiencies in soil and promote healthy plant growth. It is also utilized in water treatment processes to remove phosphates and in industrial applications such as pigment production, wastewater treatment, and the production of iron compounds.

Ferrous sulfate monohydrate should be handled with care as it can cause skin and eye irritation. It is typically supplied in solid form and must be stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture and incompatible substances.