Sodium Selenite

Sodium Selenite

Additional information

Product Name

Sodium Selenite 1%

Ingredients

Sodium selenite, Maltodextrin, Citric acid, Sodium citrate

Appearance

White to light yellow powder

Solubility

Soluble in water

Functions & Benefits

Selenium Supplementation
Antioxidant Support
Immune Function Support
Nutritional Fortification
Metabolic Regulation
Premix Component

Applications

Food Fortification
Nutritional Supplements
Animal Feed & Premix
Aquaculture feed
Pharmaceutical Applications

Product Details

💎 1. Product Introduction

1% Sodium Selenite is a compound nutrient fortifier designed to provide a safe, controlled, and standardized source of selenium for food and nutritional applications. The product consists of sodium selenite blended with suitable carriers to ensure stable dispersion, accurate dosing, and improved handling safety.

Manufactured under strict quality standards, Chibio’s 1% Sodium Selenite complies with national GB testing methods and microbiological safety requirements  .


🧬 2. Composition & Ingredients

According to the official specification  :

  • Main Component: Sodium Selenite

  • Ingredients:

    • Sodium selenite

    • Maltodextrin

    • Citric acid

    • Sodium citrate

This formulation ensures uniform distribution and improved stability for selenium fortification.


⚗️ 3. Technical Specifications

Based on the specification document  :

Physical Characteristics

  • Appearance: White to light yellow powder

  • Odor: Odorless

Assay

  • Sodium Selenite: 0.8–1.2%

  • Selenium (Se): 0.37–0.56%

Moisture

  • Loss on Drying: ≤7.0%

Heavy Metals

  • Lead (Pb): ≤2.0 ppm

  • Arsenic (As): ≤2.0 ppm

Microbiological Indicators

  • Total Aerobic Count: ≤1000 cfu/g

  • Coliforms: ≤3.0 MPN/g

  • Molds & Yeasts: ≤50 cfu/g

  • Pathogenic Bacteria: Absent

All parameters are tested according to GB standard methods  .


💧 4. Solubility & Stability

  • Soluble in water

  • Stable under dry, sealed storage conditions

  • Compatible with dry premix systems

  • Designed for accurate micro-dosing applications


✅ 5. Key Benefits

  1. Standardized 1% Selenium Source – Enables precise formulation control

  2. Improved Handling Safety – Diluted concentration reduces risk during processing

  3. High Stability – Formulated with stabilizing agents

  4. Uniform Distribution – Suitable for premix blending

  5. Food-Grade Compliance – Meets GB testing standards

  6. Low Heavy Metal Content – Strict safety control


🧬 6. Functions of Sodium Selenite

  1. Selenium Supplementation

    Provides an essential trace mineral required for human and animal health.

  2. Antioxidant Support

    Selenium contributes to the formation of glutathione peroxidase enzymes.

  3. Immune Function Support

    Supports immune system health through antioxidant pathways.

  4. Nutritional Fortification

    Used in fortified foods to address selenium deficiency.

  5. Metabolic Regulation

    Plays a role in thyroid hormone metabolism.

  6. Premix Component

    Ideal for vitamin and mineral premix formulations.


🧴 7. Applications

Food Fortification

  • Fortified flour

  • Nutritional beverages

  • Functional foods

  • Infant and adult nutrition products

Provides controlled selenium supplementation.


Nutritional Supplements

  • Vitamin & mineral tablets

  • Capsules

  • Powder blends

Supports trace mineral enrichment.


Animal Feed & Premix

  • Livestock feed premix

  • Poultry nutrition

  • Aquaculture feed

Ensures essential selenium intake in feed formulations.


Pharmaceutical Applications

  • Trace element formulations

  • Mineral supplements

Used as regulated selenium source under appropriate compliance.


⚙️ 8. Packaging & Storage

According to the specification  :

  • Packaging: 15 kg/drum

  • Shelf Life: 12 months from production date (sealed original package)

  • Storage Conditions:

    • Ventilated, clean, and dry place

    • Avoid mixing with toxic, harmful, or corrosive substances


🏆 9. Why Choose Chibio Biotech?

Certified Manufacturing Standards

  • Production under GB food safety standards

  • Standardized testing methods for heavy metals and microbiology

  • Batch-based COA documentation

Strict Quality Control

  • Controlled selenium concentration (0.8–1.2%)

  • Heavy metal and microbial monitoring

  • Moisture control for product stability

Stable Supply Chain

  • Reliable raw material sourcing

  • Consistent production batches

  • Export-ready documentation

Professional Technical Support

  • Assistance with premix formulation

  • Regulatory documentation support

  • Customized concentration options available


10. Summary

Chibio’s 1% Sodium Selenite Compound Nutrient Fortifier delivers precise selenium standardization, reliable safety control, and consistent food-grade quality for fortified foods, supplements, and feed applications. With controlled selenium concentration, low heavy metal content, and strict microbiological compliance, it ensures stable and accurate micronutrient fortification.

📩 Looking for a reliable selenium fortifier for your food, supplement, or feed formulations?

📧 Email: sales@chibiotech.com

📞 Phone: +86 (0)532 66983270

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