Molekula
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12), ≥ 97%
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) is a water-soluble vitamin essential for red blood cell formation, nerve function, and DNA synthesis, widely used in pharmaceuticals, animal feed supplements, and nutritional products. This crystalline, red-purple powder meets pharmaceutical-grade standards with a purity of ≥ 97%. Key specifications include a CAS number of 68-19-9, molecular formula C63H88CoN14O14P, and a molecular weight of 1355.36. Store between 2–8°C. Non-hazardous (no signal word). Molekula supplies Cyanocobalamin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark Red Solid |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 10.0% |
| Assay | 97.0 - 102.0% |
| Total Aerobic Count | ≤ 1000cfu/g |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 3.0% |
| Identification C | HPLC: The retention time for the major peak of the sample solution corresponds to that of the standard. |
| Identification B | Cobalt: Meets USP requirements. |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤ 100cfu/g |
| Related Solvents - Acetone | ≤ 5000ppm |
| Other unknown single impurity | ≤ 0.5% |
| Identification A | UV: Absorption exhibits maxima at 278±1nm, 361±1nm and 550±2nm. |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037912 |
| CAS Number | 68-19-9 |
| IUPAC Name | cobalt(3+);[(2R,3S,5S)-5-(5,6-dimethylbenzimidazol-1-yl)-4-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-3-yl] [(2R)-1-[3-[(1R,2R,3R,4Z,7S,9Z,12S,13S,14Z,17S,18S,19R)-2,13,18-tris(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)-7,12,17-tris(3-amino-3-oxopropyl)-3,5,8,8,13,15,18,19-octamethyl-2,7,12,17-tetrahydro-1H-corrin-21-id-3-yl]propanoylamino]propan-2-yl] phosphate;cyanide |
| Molecular Formula | C63H88CoN14O14P |
| Molecular Weight | 1355.36 |
| Exact Mass | 1354.5674 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC2=C(C=C1C)N(C=N2)[C@@H]3C([C@@H]([C@H](O3)CO)OP(=O)([O-])O[C@H](C)CNC(=O)CC[C@@]\4([C@H]([C@@H]5[C@]6([C@@]([C@@H](C(=N6)/C(=C\7/[C@@]([C@@H](C(=N7)/C=C\8/C([C@@H](C(=N8)/C(=C4\[N-]5)/C)CCC(=O)N)(C)C)CCC(=O)N)(C)CC(=O)N)/C)CCC(=O)N)(C)CC(=O)N)C)CC(=O)N)C)O.[C-]#N.[Co+3] |
| InChIKey | FDJOLVPMNUYSCM-SYUKHSAKSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C62H90N13O14P.CN.Co/c1-29-20-39-40(21-30(29)2)75(28-70-39)57-52(84)53(41(27-76)87-57)89-90(85,86)88-31(3)26-69-49(83)18-19-59(8)37(22-46(66)80)56-62(11)61(10,25-48(68)82)36(14-17-45(65)79)51(74-62)33(5)55-60(9,24-47(67)81)34(12-15-43(63)77)38(71-55)23-42-58(6,7)35(13-16-44(64)78)50(72-42)32(4)54(59)73-56;1-2;/h20-21,23,28,31,34-37,41,52-53,56-57,76,84H,12-19,22,24-27H2,1-11H3,(H15,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,71,72,73,74,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,85,86);;/q;-1;+3/p-2/t31-,34-,35-,36-,37+,41-,52?,53-,56-,57+,59-,60+,61+,62+;;/m1../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 165339223 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2936260000 |
| Tariff Code | 2936260000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- B 12, Vitamin
- Cobalamin (III)
- Cobinamide, cyanide hydroxide, dihydrogen phosphate
- Coobalamed
- Cynobal
- Distivit (B12 peptide)
- Factor II (vitamin B12)
- Vatimin B12
- vitamin B12
- Vitamine B12
Frequently asked questions
What is cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) used for?
Cyanocobalamin is primarily used as a dietary supplement for B12 deficiency, in fortified foods, and as a pharmaceutical ingredient in injectable or oral formulations for anemia treatment.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cyanocobalamin?
The chemical formula is **C63H88CoN14O14P**, and the molecular weight is **1355.36 g/mol**.
How should cyanocobalamin be stored?
Store at **2–8°C** in a dry, well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture.
What grades of cyanocobalamin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade cyanocobalamin (≥97% purity)** suitable for dietary supplements and pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply cyanocobalamin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula offers cyanocobalamin in bulk, with flexible packaging options (e.g., drums, bottles) to meet large-scale production needs.
What documentation comes with a cyanocobalamin order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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