Description

Folic Acid CAS NO 65165-91-5 is a vital B-group vitamin, also known as vitamin B9, essential for numerous biological functions including nucleotide synthesis and cell growth. Its high-purity form is critical for ensuring efficacy and safety in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations. This compound is indispensable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, and food fortification industries seeking a reliable, high-quality source for their production needs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: As an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in prescription and over-the-counter medications for treating folate deficiency and anemia.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key ingredient in multivitamin tablets, capsules, and prenatal vitamins to support general health and fetal development.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich staple foods like cereals, flours, and nutritional beverages, addressing public health nutritional gaps.
• Animal Feed & Veterinary Medicine: Incorporated into premixes and feed additives to promote healthy growth and development in livestock and pets.
• Clinical & Research Use: Serves as a standard and reagent in biochemical research, clinical diagnostics, and cell culture media.
• Cosmeceuticals: Found in specialized skincare products for its potential benefits in promoting healthy skin.

Basic Information

Product Name	Folic Acid
CAS No.	65165-91-5
Molecular Formula	C19H19N7O6
Molecular Weight	441.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Vitamin B9; Vitamin M; Folacin; Pteroylmonoglutamic Acid; Folate; N-[4-[[(2-Amino-1,4-dihydro-4-oxo-6-pteridinyl)methyl]amino]benzoyl]-L-glutamic Acid; 1H-Purine-6-carboxylic acid, 2,4-diamino-1-pteridinylmethylaminobenzoylglutamic acid
EINECS	265-559-5

Quality Control

Our Folic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It can be produced to meet various pharmacopoeial standards, including USP, EP, BP, and JP, as well as food-grade specifications like FCC. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your specific requirements.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow or Orange-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	96.0% - 102.0% (on dried basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.3%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Meet pharmacopoeial requirements

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