Description

Vitamin D is a group of fat-soluble secosteroids essential for regulating calcium and phosphate metabolism in the body. This compound is critical for maintaining bone health, supporting immune function, and ensuring proper cellular growth and differentiation. It is a vital ingredient for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fortified food industries seeking to enhance product efficacy and meet global health standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Active ingredient in prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications for treating and preventing vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, and renal osteodystrophy.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Key component in softgel capsules, tablets, and liquid drops for general wellness, bone support, and immune health supplements.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to fortify dairy products (milk, yogurt), plant-based alternatives, breakfast cereals, and fruit juices to address nutritional gaps.
• Animal Feed & Pet Nutrition: Essential additive in premixes for poultry, swine, and aquaculture to ensure proper bone development and health, as well as in premium pet foods.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare formulations for its potential role in supporting skin cell metabolism and barrier function.
• Clinical & Research Use: Serves as a standard or reagent in biochemical research, clinical diagnostics, and cell culture media.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vitamin D
CAS No.	1406-16-2
Molecular Formula	C27H44O
Molecular Weight	384.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2); Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3); Calciferol; Activated 7-Dehydrocholesterol; Viosterol; Sunshine Vitamin; Oleovitamin D; EINECS 215-798-8
EINECS	215-798-8

Quality Control

Our Vitamin D is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeial standards, including USP, EP, and FCC, ensuring suitability for pharmaceutical and food applications. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing via HPLC, UV, and other validated methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from all light exposure. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified for the specific grade. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to minimize oxidation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to slightly yellow crystals or crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (as Vitamin D2 or D3)
Specific Rotation	+102° to +112°
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.