Description

Vitamin B12 CAS NO 13408-78-1 is a vital, water-soluble cobalamin compound essential for numerous biological functions. It is a critical ingredient for formulating high-quality nutritional supplements, fortified foods, and pharmaceutical preparations. This product is indispensable for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and animal feed industries seeking a reliable source of this essential nutrient.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key active ingredient in multivitamin tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations to support energy metabolism and neurological health.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Used in prescription and over-the-counter medications for treating vitamin B12 deficiency, anemia, and certain neurological disorders.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Added to breakfast cereals, plant-based milk alternatives, energy drinks, and nutritional bars to enhance their nutritional profile.
• Animal Feed & Veterinary Products: An essential micronutrient in premixes for livestock, poultry, aquaculture, and pet food to promote growth and overall health.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into specialized skincare products for its potential benefits in promoting skin vitality and appearance.
• Cell Culture & Biochemical Research: Serves as a growth medium component in microbiological and biotechnological research applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Vitamin B12
CAS No.	13408-78-1
Molecular Formula	C₆₃H₈₈CoN₁₄O₁₄P
Molecular Weight	1355.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyanocobalamin; Cobalamin; 5,6-Dimethylbenzimidazolyl cyanocobamide; Antipernicious anemia factor; Vitamin B-12; α-(5,6-Dimethylbenzimidazolyl)cyanocobamide; Cobamin; Cyanocobalamine; Cycobemin; Cytacon; Cytamen; Dodecabee; Vibalt
EINECS	236-540-2

Quality Control

Our Vitamin B12 is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards appropriate for pharmaceutical and food-grade applications. We ensure compliance with relevant pharmacopoeial monographs such as USP, EP, and FCC. Every batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), verifying identity, purity, and potency, which is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red crystalline powder or fine crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (on dried basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0%
Specific Rotation [α]²⁰D	-59° to -64° (1% w/v in water)
pH (1% Solution)	4.5 - 6.0
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.