B12, CAS No. 68-19-9

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68-19-9

Catalog No. EBD31886

CAS 68-19-9

Name B12

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Basic Information

Synonyms: cyano-5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole-cobalamin Cyanocobalamin VB12 5,6-dimethyl-1-(3-o-phosphono-alpha-d-ribofuranosyl)-1h-benzimidazolmonoes CN-13-epiCbl B12

Molecular Formula: C63H88CoN14O14P

Molecular Weight: 1355.37

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Biochemicals and Life Science Reagents > Vitamins and Coenzymes

Product Description:

Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a complex organometallic compound with a corrin ring structure containing a central cobalt ion. It is the largest and most structurally intricate vitamin. As an essential water-soluble vitamin, it plays a critical role in the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system, and in the formation of red blood cells. It acts as a cofactor for methionine synthase and methylmalonyl-CoA mutase, key enzymes in DNA synthesis and fatty acid metabolism. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for treating pernicious anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, and certain neurological disorders. It is also widely utilized as a nutritional supplement and a feed additive.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 300 °C"> >300 °C

Solubility: soluble in water

Storage: 2-8°C

Analytical Data

Appearance: Crystalline