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MOSINTER Chelating Agents / Chelated Iron

EDDHA Fe

EDDHA-FeNa-6 — Dark Red Granules/Powder, Chelated Iron 5.8-6.5%, pH 7.0-9.0, High Stability Iron Chelate

CAS Number 16455-61-1
Molecular formula C₁₈H₁₆FeN₂O₆·Na
Molecular weight 435.167
Chelated Iron Content 5.8 — 6.5%
Ortho Value 1.2 — 4.8%
Appearance Dark red granules/powder
pH value 7.0 — 9.0
Quality Assurance
In-House Production

Technical Specifications

Basic Information

Item Content
Product Name EDDHA Fe
English name EDDHA-FeNa-6
Molecular formula C₁₈H₁₆FeN₂O₆·Na
Molecular weight 435.167
CAS Number 16455-61-1

Quality Index

Test Items Standard
Chelated iron 5.8 — 6.5%
pH (1% aqueous solution) 7.0 — 9.0
Ortho Value 1.2 — 4.8%
Appearance Dark red granules/powder, black fine particles

Packaging & Storage

Item Content
Packaging Specification 1kg, 5kg, 25kg, 500kg bags, or as per customer requirements
Storage Conditions Store in a dry, ventilated warehouse, away from direct sunlight, stack lightly, and handle with care.

Product Introduction

Product Overview

Ethylenediamine-N,N'-bis(2-hydroxyphenylacetic acid) iron sodium salt (EDDHA-FeNa-6) is a highly efficient organic chelated iron fertilizer. The product appears as dark red granules/powder containing fine black particles. CAS number 16455-61-1, molecular formula C₁₈H₁₆FeN₂O₆·Na, molecular weight 435.167. EDDHA is one of the most stable iron chelating agents known. Its unique ortho-hydroxyl structure prevents iron from being fixed in the soil, allowing direct absorption by crop roots, significantly improving iron utilization efficiency and effectively preventing and correcting iron chlorosis in crops.

Product Properties

ItemDescription
AppearanceDark red granules/powder, black fine particles
Water-solubleEasily soluble in water, dissolves quickly with no residue
Chelated Iron Content5.8 — 6.5%
pH Value (1% Aqueous Solution)7.0 — 9.0
Ortho Value1.2 — 4.8%
StabilityHigh stability, resistant to soil fixation, suitable for neutral to alkaline soils.

Product Advantages

  • High chelated iron contentChelated iron content 5.8-6.5%, meeting the high iron demand of crops
  • High StabilityEDDHA is currently the most stable iron chelate, maintaining high effectiveness in alkaline soil at pH 7-9.
  • High Ortho ValueOrtho-para value 1.2-4.8%, higher bioavailability, better crop absorption
  • Wide pH adaptabilityEspecially suitable for neutral to alkaline soils (pH 7-9), effectively solving iron deficiency in calcareous soils.
  • Easily soluble, no residueEasily soluble in water, dissolves quickly without residue, suitable for various irrigation systems and foliar application
  • Prevents iron deficiency chlorosisEffectively prevents and corrects iron deficiency chlorosis in fruit trees, vegetables, flowers, and other crops.

Application Reference

Usage Instructions

Application Method Usage Reference Dilution Ratio
Drip Irrigation / Flush Application 3 kg/mu Dilute 1000-2000 times
Foliar Spray 500-1000 g/mu Dilute 1500-2500 times
Base Application / Basal Fertilizer 5 kg/mu Mix with organic or compound fertilizer

Application Period

Germination period

Promotes leaf development, prevents early iron deficiency chlorosis, and supplies ample iron for new shoot growth.

Before and After Flowering

Ensures normal pollen development, increases fruit set rate, and reduces flower and fruit drop.

Young fruit stage

Enhances leaf photosynthesis, provides sufficient nutrients for fruit development, and improves fruit quality.

After harvest

Replenishes tree nutrients, restores tree vigor, and lays a solid foundation for next year's high yield.

Usage precautions
  • Store in a dry, ventilated warehouse, protect from direct sunlight, stack lightly, and handle with care.
  • Suitable for neutral to alkaline soils (pH 7-9), with better results in calcareous soils.
  • Can be mixed with most fertilizers, but small-scale testing is recommended before use.
  • Foliar application is best done on cloudy days or in the evening, avoiding high-temperature periods.
  • Dosage should be adjusted according to crop type, soil conditions, and the degree of iron deficiency.

Application Areas

Agricultural Nutrients

EDDHA chelated iron is a highly effective agricultural iron fertilizer supplement that can be directly absorbed by crop roots, effectively preventing and correcting iron deficiency chlorosis in crops.

Fertilizer Production

As a high-quality source of iron, it can be compounded with other macro and micronutrient fertilizers to produce high-efficiency water-soluble fertilizers, flush fertilizers, and foliar fertilizers.

Drip Irrigation Fertilization

Especially suitable for facility agriculture and precision fertilization; dark red granules/powder are easily soluble in water and suitable for various drip and sprinkler irrigation systems.

Foliar Spray

Quickly replenishes iron to correct deficiency symptoms, ideal for fruit trees, vegetables, and flowers in alkaline soil.

Suitable Crops

Crop Type Representative Crops
Fruit Trees Apples, pears, peaches, grapes, citrus, kiwifruit
Vegetables Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, leafy greens
Flowers Roses, Chrysanthemums, Lilies
Cash Crops Cotton, soybean, peanut
Precautions
  • Store in a dry, ventilated warehouse, protect from direct sunlight, stack lightly, and handle with care.
  • Suitable for neutral to alkaline soils (pH 7-9), with better results in calcareous soils.
  • Can be mixed with most fertilizers, but small-scale testing is recommended before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main differences lie in the chelation process, stability, and applicable soil range.

  • Ferrous SulfateIt is an inorganic iron salt that is easily oxidized to ferric iron and precipitates in soil, with low availability in alkaline soils, and long-term use may acidify the soil.
  • EDDHA-FeNa-6It is an organic chelated iron fertilizer, extremely stable in soil. Maintains high effectiveness even in alkaline soil with pH 7-9, will not be fixed or precipitated, and can be directly absorbed and utilized by crops.

For alkaline or calcareous soils (fruit trees, vegetables, flowers, etc.), EDDHA chelated iron is the best choice to correct iron deficiency chlorosis.

Ortho-ortho content refers to the proportion of EDDHA molecules where both ortho-hydroxyl groups simultaneously chelate with iron. It is a key indicator of EDDHA chelated iron quality:

  • High Ortho Value(1.2-4.8%): Indicates higher chelation stability between EDDHA and iron, resulting in stronger availability in soil.
  • BioavailabilityThe higher the ortho-ortho value, the better the iron bioavailability and crop absorption.
  • StabilityThe ortho-ortho structure keeps the iron chelate stable over a wide pH range (7-9).

This product has an ortho-para value of 1.2-4.8%, making it a high ortho-value product with excellent performance and stability in alkaline soils.

The timing of iron supplementation should be determined based on the crop growth cycle and the appearance of iron deficiency symptoms.

  • Germination (Spring)Promotes leaf development, prevents early iron deficiency chlorosis, and provides sufficient iron for new shoot growth.
  • Before and After FloweringEnsures normal pollen development, increases fruit set rate, and reduces flower and fruit drop.
  • Young fruit stageEnhances leaf photosynthesis, provides sufficient nutrients for fruit development, and improves fruit quality
  • Post-harvest (Autumn)Replenishes tree nutrients, restores tree vigor, and lays a solid foundation for a bountiful harvest the following year.

For alkaline soil orchards or crops that frequently show iron deficiency symptoms, it is recommended to apply once before spring budding and once after autumn harvest as a preventive fertilization.

Shelf life is when stored in original sealed packaging in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.24 MonthsStorage precautions:

  • Avoid direct sunlight, store in a dry and ventilated warehouse
  • Stack gently, handle with care, prevent package damage
  • Avoid mixing with strong oxidizers, strong acids, or strong bases
  • Use promptly after opening; reseal unused product for storage.

This product has been exported to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, South America, and other regions. Available export documents include:

  • Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List
  • Certificate of Origin (CO/Form E/Form A)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • SDS/MSDS (Multi-language Versions)
  • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • Sea/Air Bill of Lading

Each application method has its own advantages; choose based on specific conditions:

  • Drip Irrigation / Flush ApplicationSuitable for large-area basal or top dressing; iron is absorbed by roots and transported throughout the plant with a long-lasting effect. Recommended dosage: 1-3 kg/mu.
  • Foliar SprayFast-acting, suitable for emergency correction after iron deficiency symptoms appear, quickly replenishes iron. Recommended dosage 500-1000 g/mu, dilute 1500-2500 times.

For severe or acute iron deficiency symptoms, it is recommended to combine methods: first apply foliar spray for rapid symptom correction, then use drip irrigation for supplemental nutrition to achieve both symptomatic and root cause treatment.

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