Heme Iron Polypeptide Heme Iron Peptide Powder CAS 14875-96-8 Supplier
Products Description
Heme Iron Polypeptide is a natural iron-binding active raw material obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis of animal hemoglobin. It combines heme iron with polypeptide fragments, retaining the unique heme iron structure. Compared with common inorganic iron and non-heme iron, it has outstanding absorption advantages, less gastrointestinal irritation, stable property and easy formulation processing. It is a popular iron fortification raw material in the global functional food and dietary supplement industry.
Basic Analysis
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Test Item |
Specification |
Result |
Method |
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Appearance |
Reddish-brown powder |
Reddish-brown powder |
Sensory |
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Taste and odor |
Characteristic taste and odor |
Conform |
Sensory |
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Impurities |
No visible foreign matter after dissolution |
Conform |
Organoleptic examination |
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Moisture (%) |
≤ 7.0% |
3.1% |
Gravimetric method |
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Total Nitrogen (on dry basis) (/%) |
≥ 9.0% |
14.1% |
Kjeldahl method |
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Peptide Content (on dry basis) (/%) |
≥ 50.0% |
60.5% |
Kjeldahl method |
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Iron Content (%) |
- |
0.20% |
ICP-MS |
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Net Content (kg) |
≥ 1.0 kg |
1.0 kg |
Weighing method |
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Total Plate Count (CFU/g) |
n=5, c=2, m=10³, M=5×10⁴ |
50, <10, <10, 10, <10 |
Plate count method |
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Coliform Count (CFU/g) |
n=5, c=2, m=10, M=100 |
<10, <10, <10 |
MPN method |
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Mold Count (CFU/g) |
≤ 50 |
<10 |
Plate count method |
Benefits
- High Bioavailability
Heme iron is absorbed through a special heme receptor pathway in the intestinal tract, not easily affected by phytic acid, tannic acid and other anti-nutritional factors in food. Its absorption rate is far higher than ferrous sulfate, ferrous fumarate and plant iron sources, helping the body efficiently supplement iron and support normal iron level maintenance.
- Low Irritation & Good Tolerance
Different from inorganic iron which is easy to cause stomach upset, nausea, constipation and metallic aftertaste, Heme Iron Polypeptide is mild to gastric mucosa. It greatly reduces adverse gastrointestinal reactions, suitable for sensitive groups, and brings better taking experience for finished supplement products.
- Stable Structure & Easy Formulation
The polypeptide wrapping structure protects the heme iron, effectively inhibits iron oxidation and discoloration. It has good heat stability and pH tolerance, will not easily produce precipitation and color change during production, and can adapt to various production processes of functional finished products.
- Support Healthy Iron Status
Adequate iron intake participates in hemoglobin synthesis, helps maintain normal oxygen transport of the body, supports energy metabolism, and is widely applied in formulas targeting iron deficiency care, daily nutrition supplementation and women’s health nutrition.
Application
- Dietary Supplement Capsules & Tablets
It is the preferred iron raw material for iron supplement hard capsules, soft capsules and compressed tablets. It can be compounded with folic acid, vitamin B12, vitamin C and other ingredients to make compound iron supplement formulas, suitable for women, adults and groups with iron deficiency tendency.
- Functional Beverages & Oral Liquid
Applicable to iron supplement oral liquids, solid drinks, powder sachets. It has light metallic taste, easy to mask flavor, can be prepared into independent strip packaging products, convenient for portable daily nutrition supplementation.
- Fortified Food
Used for iron fortification of meal replacement powder, cereal powder, dairy substitute, nutrition bar and other special dietary foods. It will not destroy the original flavor of the food, and realize gentle iron supplementation in daily diet.
- Pet Nutritional Supplements
It can also be added into pet nutrition paste, pet supplement tablets for companion animals with iron deficiency, to help pets maintain normal blood health.
FAQ
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Q: What is the difference between Heme Iron Polypeptide and ordinary ferrous iron?
Ordinary ferrous iron belongs to non-heme iron, low absorption rate, easy to stimulate stomach and produce metallic taste. Heme Iron Polypeptide is heme-bound iron, absorbed directly by intestinal heme transporter, higher absorption efficiency and milder.
- Q: Can this raw material be mixed with vitamin C?
Yes. Matching with vitamin C can further assist iron utilization. Due to its stable heme structure, it is more compatible than inorganic iron in compound formulas.
- Q: What certificates can you provide?
We can provide COA, MSDS and related test documents to support your product registration and customs clearance.
