Description

Vanadyl Citrate is an organometallic compound where vanadium is complexed with citric acid, offering enhanced bioavailability and stability. This compound is valued for its role as a source of vanadium, an element with significant biochemical and catalytic properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the nutritional supplement, pharmaceutical research, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Nutritional Supplements: Used as a source of bioavailable vanadium in mineral formulations and dietary supplements.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key intermediate or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in metabolic and diabetes-related research.
• Catalyst Precursor: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective oxidation and organic synthesis reactions.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in laboratory studies to investigate vanadium's insulin-mimetic and enzyme-inhibiting effects.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of other vanadium complexes and advanced materials.
• Agricultural Additives: Incorporated into specialized nutrient solutions and formulations for plant growth studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vanadyl Citrate
CAS No.	16522-06-8
Molecular Formula	C6H6O8V
Molecular Weight	273.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanadium Citrate; Vanadyl(IV) Citrate; Bis(2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylato)oxovanadium(IV); Vanadium Oxyl Citrate; VO(Citrate); Vanadium Citrate Complex; Citric Acid Vanadyl Salt
EINECS	240-601-1

Quality Control

Our Vanadyl Citrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and related substances. Specifications can be aligned with research-grade or custom purity requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, prolonged exposure to air should be minimized. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue-green to blue powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Vanadium content)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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