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EDDHA iron sodium salt

EDDHA-FeNa-6 — dark red granules/powder, chelated iron 5.8-6.5%, pH 7.0-9.0, highly stable iron chelator

CAS No. 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
Own Manufacturing

Technical specifications

Basic Information

Project Content
Product name EDDHA iron sodium salt
English name EDDHA-FeNa-6
Molecular Formula C₁₈H₁₆FeN₂O₆·Na
Molecular weight 435.167
CAS No. 16455-61-1

Quality Indicators

Test Parameters Standard
Iron Chelate 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 granules

Packaging and Storage

Project Content
Packaging Specification Packaging: 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg, 500 kg bags, or as per customer request
Storage Conditions Store in a dry, well-ventilated warehouse, protect from direct sunlight, stack neatly, handle with care.

Product description

Product overview

Ethylenediamine-N,N'-bis(2-hydroxyphenylacetic acid) iron sodium salt (EDDHA-FeNa-6) is a highly effective organic chelated iron fertilizer. The product is dark red granules/powder containing small black particles. CAS: 16455-61-1, molecular formula C₁₈H₁₆FeN₂O₆·Na, molecular weight 435.167. EDDHA is one of the most stable iron chelates known. Its unique ortho-hydroxyl structure prevents iron immobilization in soil, allowing direct uptake by plant roots, significantly improving iron absorption efficiency and effectively preventing and correcting iron chlorosis.

Product Properties

ProjectDescription
AppearanceDark red granules/powder, black fine granules
Water solubleEasily soluble in water, dissolves quickly, no residue
Chelated Iron Content5.8 — 6.5%
pH value (1% aqueous solution)7.0 — 9.0
Ortho Value1.2 — 4.8%
StabilityHigh stability, low soil fixation, suitable for neutral and alkaline soils.

Product advantages

  • High content of chelated ironChelated iron content 5.8-6.5%, meeting the high iron demand of crops.
  • High StabilityEDDHA is the most stable iron chelator available today, maintaining high efficacy even in alkaline soils with pH 7-9.
  • High ortho contentOrtho-isomer content 1.2–4.8%, higher bioavailability, better plant uptake.
  • Wide pH adaptation rangeEspecially effective for neutral and alkaline soils (pH 7-9), successfully resolves iron deficiency in calcareous soils.
  • Easily dissolves, no sedimentEasily soluble in water, dissolves quickly without sediment, suitable for various irrigation systems and foliar application.
  • Prevention of Iron Deficiency ChlorosisEffectively prevents and eliminates chlorosis caused by iron deficiency in fruit trees, vegetables, flowers, and other crops.

Application recommendations

Directions for Use

Directions for Use Application Rates Dilution ratio
Drip irrigation/fertigation 3 kg/mu Dilute 1000–2000 times
Foliar Feeding 500-1000 g/mu Dilute 1500–2500 times
Basal/pre-emergence application 5 kg/mu Use in mixture with organic or compound fertilizers

Application period

Germination Stage

Promotes leaf development, prevents premature yellowing due to iron deficiency, and supplies sufficient iron for new shoot growth.

Before and after flowering

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

Young Fruit Stage

Stimulates leaf photosynthesis, provides sufficient nutrition for fruit development, and improves fruit quality.

After harvest

Replenishes tree nutrition, restores vitality, laying the foundation for a bumper harvest next year.

Precautions for use
  • Store in a dry, well-ventilated warehouse, protect from direct sunlight, stack neatly, handle with care.
  • Applied to neutral and alkaline soils (pH 7-9), most effective in calcareous soils.
  • Compatible with most fertilizers, but a small-area pre-test is recommended.
  • Foliar spraying is recommended in cloudy weather or in the evening, avoiding treatment during hot hours.
  • Specific dosage should be adjusted based on crop type, soil condition, and degree of iron deficiency.

Area of application

Nutrient elements for agriculture.

EDDHA chelated iron is a highly effective iron fertilizer additive for agriculture, directly absorbed by plant root systems, effectively preventing and correcting chlorosis caused by iron deficiency.

Fertilizer production

As a high-quality iron source, it can be combined with macro, meso, and micronutrients to produce high-efficiency water-soluble fertilizers, fertigation, and foliar sprays.

Fertigation

Particularly suitable for protected cultivation and precision agriculture; dark red granules/powder dissolve easily in water and are applicable in various drip and sprinkler irrigation systems.

Foliar Feeding

Quickly replenishes iron deficiency, eliminates chlorosis symptoms, especially suitable for fruit trees, vegetables, and flowers on alkaline soils.

Suitable Crops

Crop Type Typical crops
Fruit Trees Apple, pear, peach, grape, citrus, kiwifruit
Vegetables Tomato, cucumber, pepper, eggplant, leafy vegetables
Flowers Roses, Bush Roses, Chrysanthemums, Lilies
Industrial crops Cotton, Soybeans, Peanuts
Important Notes
  • Store in a dry, well-ventilated warehouse, protect from direct sunlight, stack neatly, handle with care.
  • Applied to neutral and alkaline soils (pH 7-9), most effective in calcareous soils.
  • Compatible with most fertilizers, but a small-area pre-test is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

The main differences lie in the chelation process, stability, and applicability range to soil types:

  • Ferrous sulfateIt is an inorganic iron salt that easily oxidizes to ferric iron precipitate in soil, has low efficiency in alkaline soils, and long-term use can lead to soil acidification.
  • EDDHA-FeNa-6This is an organic chelated iron fertilizer that is extremely stable in soil. It retains high efficacy even in alkaline soils with pH 7-9, does not immobilize or precipitate, and can be directly absorbed and utilized by plants.

For alkaline or calcareous soils (fruit trees, vegetables, flowers, and other crops), EDDHA chelated iron is the optimal choice for correcting iron deficiency chlorosis.

Ortho-ortho content is the proportion of EDDHA molecules in which both ortho-hydroxyl groups simultaneously chelate iron. This is an important quality indicator for EDDHA iron chelate:

  • High ortho content(1.2-4.8%): indicates higher chelation stability of EDDHA with iron and increased efficiency in soil.
  • BioavailabilityThe higher the ortho value, the higher the bioavailability of iron and its absorption efficiency by plants.
  • StabilityOrtho structure ensures iron chelate stability over a wide pH range (7-9).

The ortho-isomer of this product is 1.2-4.8%, making it a high ortho-isomer product, providing excellent efficacy and stability in alkaline soils.

The application period for iron should be determined according to the crop growth cycle and the appearance of deficiency symptoms:

  • Germination phase (spring)Promotes leaf development, prevents premature yellowing due to iron deficiency, and supplies sufficient iron for new shoot growth.
  • Before and after floweringEnsures normal pollen development, improves fruit set, and reduces flower and fruit drop.
  • Young Fruit StageStimulates leaf photosynthesis, provides sufficient nutrition for fruit development, and improves fruit quality.
  • Post-harvest (autumn)Replenishes tree nutrition, restores vitality, laying the foundation for a bumper harvest next year.

For orchards on alkaline soils or crops frequently showing iron deficiency symptoms, it is recommended to apply fertilizer once in spring before bud break and once in autumn after harvest as a preventive top dressing.

Store in original packaging, in a cool, dry place with good ventilation. Shelf Life:24 monthsStorage requires attention:

  • Avoid direct sunlight, store in a dry, well-ventilated warehouse
  • Neat stacking, careful handling to prevent package damage
  • Avoid co-storage with strong oxidizers, acids, and alkalis
  • After opening the package, use the product as soon as possible and seal the remainder tightly for storage.

The product is exported to Southeast Asia, Middle East, Europe, South America and other regions; provided export documents include:

  • Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List
  • Certificate of Origin (CO/Form E/Form A)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • SDS/MSDS (Multilingual Version)
  • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • Ocean/Air Bill of Lading

Both application methods have their advantages; the choice depends on specific conditions:

  • Drip irrigation/fertigationSuitable for basal application or top dressing over large areas; iron is absorbed by the root system and distributed throughout the plant, providing long-lasting effect. Recommended dose: 1-3 kg/ha.
  • Foliar FeedingQuick-acting, suitable for emergency correction when iron deficiency symptoms appear, quickly replenishes iron. Recommended dosage 500-1000 g/mu, dilute 1500-2500 times.

For severe or acute iron deficiency, combined application is recommended: first foliar spray for rapid symptom relief, then fertigation for replenishment, ensuring both symptom and root cause elimination.

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