Is Ferric Ammonium Citrate vegetarian?
Ferric Ammonium Citrate
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Ferric Ammonium Citrate is a water-soluble iron salt of citric acid, produced synthetically from ferric citrate and ammonia, used as a food additive and cosmetic ingredient.
| Also known as | 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, Ammonium iron (3+) salt, Ammonium Ferric Citrate |
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| INCI name | Ferric Ammonium Citrate |
| E number | E381 |
| CAS number | 1185-57-5 |
| EC number | 214-686-6 |
| CosIng ID | 56251 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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