Ingredient

Reduced Iron Hydrogen

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Reduced iron is added to foods as a source of iron, a vital nutrient. …

What it is

Reduced iron is a form of iron that is very finely powdered. It is made by reducing iron oxides with hydrogen gas at high temperatures. This process creates a highly pure and reactive form of iron.

Why it's used

Reduced iron is added to foods as a source of iron, a vital nutrient. It is commonly found in fortified breakfast cereals, flours, and infant formulas. Manufacturers use it to help consumers meet their daily iron requirements.

Health notes

In the U.S., reduced iron is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement. Iron is essential for oxygen transport in the blood. While iron is crucial, excessive intake can be harmful, especially for children. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated iron and its compounds, establishing guidelines for safe use.

Allergen info

Reduced iron is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Reduced Iron Hydrogen

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Wakefern Food Corporation Homestyle Waffles, Homestyle Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 314kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 42.9Carbs Foodtown, Inc. Multigrain Waffles, Multigrain Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 314kcal 7.1Protein 11.4Fat 42.9Carbs Hanover Foods Corporation Strawberry, White Chocolate, Blueberry Red White & Blue Waffles, Strawberry White Chocolate Blueberry Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 329kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 50Carbs Defense Commissary Agency Homestyle Waffles, Homestyle Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 314kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 42.9Carbs Buttermilk Waffles, Buttermilk Defense Commissary Agency Buttermilk Waffles, Buttermilk Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 314kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 42.9Carbs Buttermilk Waffles, Buttermilk Defense Commissary Agency Buttermilk Waffles, Buttermilk Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 314kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 42.9Carbs Defense Commissary Agency Strawberry, White Chocolate, Blueberry Flavor Red, White & Blue Waffles, Strawberry, White Chocolate, Blueberry Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 329kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 50Carbs Blueberry Waffles, Blueberry Wakefern Food Corporation Blueberry Waffles, Blueberry Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 329kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 50Carbs Chocolate Chip Waffles, Chocolate Chip Wakefern Food Corporation Chocolate Chip Waffles, Chocolate Chip Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 329kcal 5.7Protein 12.9Fat 48.6Carbs Buttermilk Waffles, Buttermilk Wakefern Food Corporation Buttermilk Waffles, Buttermilk Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 314kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 42.9Carbs
Water (10 products) Soy Lecithin (10 products) Niacin (10 products) Reduced Iron (10 products) Cyanocobalamin (10 products) Folic Acid (10 products) Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (10 products) Salt (10 products) Maltodextrin (10 products) Sugar (10 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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