Is Reduced Iron vegan?

Q: Is Reduced Iron vegan?

Yes, Reduced Iron is vegan. Reduced iron, also known as Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) or sponge iron, is a fine iron powder produced by reducing iron ore or mill scale with hydrogen or carbon monoxide. It is used as a food fortification ingredient and in various industrial applications.

Reduced Iron

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Reduced iron, also known as Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) or sponge iron, is a fine iron powder produced by reducing iron ore or mill scale with hydrogen or carbon monoxide. It is used as a food fortification ingredient and in various industrial applications.

Also known as	Carbonyl iron, Direct Reduced Iron, Iron powder, Sponge Iron
CAS number	7439-89-6
EC number	231-096-4
Last reviewed	16 April 2026

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