Description

Biotin CAS NO 57378-70-8 is a vital water-soluble B-complex vitamin, also known as Vitamin B7 or Vitamin H, essential for metabolic processes involving fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Its high purity and consistent quality are critical for ensuring efficacy and safety in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations. This essential nutrient is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, food fortification, and cosmetic industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: A key active ingredient in prescription and over-the-counter medications for treating biotin deficiency and supporting metabolic health.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Used in multivitamin complexes, standalone capsules, tablets, and gummies to support healthy hair, skin, and nails.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Incorporated into functional foods, infant formula, and nutritional beverages to enhance their vitamin content.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilized in hair care products, skin creams, and serums for its purported benefits in strengthening keratin infrastructure.
• Animal Feed & Veterinary Products: An essential additive in premixes for livestock, poultry, and pet nutrition to promote optimal growth and coat health.
• Cell Culture Media: Serves as a growth factor in microbiological and biotechnological research media.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Biotin
CAS No.	57378-70-8
Molecular Formula	C10H16N2O3S
Molecular Weight	244.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Vitamin B7; Vitamin H; Coenzyme R; D-Biotin; (+)-Biotin; Biopeiderm; Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-thieno[3,4-d]imidazole-4-pentanoic acid; 5-(2-Oxohexahydro-1H-thieno[3,4-d]imidazol-4-yl)pentanoic acid
EINECS	260-399-3

Quality Control

Our Biotin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards, including compliance with relevant pharmacopeial monographs such as USP and EP. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles, is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and regulatory support.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 101.0%
Specific Rotation	+89° to +93°
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
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.