Description

Pseudovitamin B12 is a cobalt-containing corrinoid compound, structurally analogous to Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) but with significant biological differences. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and specialized industrial applications due to its role as a metabolic analog and potential inhibitor. It serves as a critical tool for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors who require high-purity biochemical analogs.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and inhibitor in studies of cobalamin-dependent enzymes and metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the research and development of novel therapeutics targeting B12-related processes.
• Microbiological Studies: Applied in microbial growth media and studies to investigate bacterial corrinoid metabolism and uptake.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods in quality control laboratories.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Utilized to probe the mechanism and specificity of methionine synthase and other B12-dependent enzymes.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated for its effects and interactions in complex nutritional and metabolic models.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pseudovitamin B12
CAS No.	13408-75-8
Molecular Formula	C63H88CoN14O14P
Molecular Weight	1354.3 g/mol
Synonyms	Factor A; Coα-[α-(5,6-Dimethylbenzimidazolyl)]-Coβ-cyanocobamide; 5,6-Dimethylbenzimidazolylcyanocobamide; Vitamin B12 analog; Cobinamide cyanide phosphate ester; Coα-(5,6-Dimethyl-1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)-Coβ-cyanocobamide; Pseudocobalamin; 7α,8α-Dicyanocobyrinic acid a,b,c,d,g,pentaamide pentakis(N-acetyl-methylamide) 1-ester with 5,6-dimethyl-1-α-D-ribofuranosyl-1H-benzimidazole
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Quality Control

Our Pseudovitamin B12 is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, related substances, and identification. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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