Basic Information of Riboflavin
- Product Name: Riboflavin Powder & Granular
- English aliases: Vitamin B2 Powder & Granular, Lactoflavin, Riboflavin 98%, Riboflavin, Vitamin B2, Riboflavin powder, Riboflavin granular, Vitamin B2 supplement
- Industry Abbreviations: VB2, Riboflavin 98%
- Other language names: (DE) German: 98% Riboflavin Pulver & Granulat; French: 98% Riboflavin Poudre & Granulé; Spanish: 98% Riboflavina Polvo & Grano
- CAS number: 83-88-5
- Molecular Formula: C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆
- Molecular Weight: 376.37 g/mol
- Product Grade: Pharmaceutical grade, Food grade, Industrial grade, Cosmetic grade
- Main uses: Nutritional supplements, Food additives, Pharmaceutical intermediates, Cosmetic raw materials
Physicochemical Properties of Riboflavin
- Appearance and smell: Orange-yellow crystalline powder or granules, odorless, slightly bitter taste.
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (solubility approximately 0.01 g/100 mL at 25°C), readily soluble in dilute alkaline solutions, insoluble in ethanol, ether, and chloroform.
- Boiling Point: Decomposition (decomposition above 280℃)
- Melting Point: 280℃ (decomposes)
- Density: 1.48-1.52 g/cm³ (solid crystal density)
- Purity: ≥98% (food grade/feed grade)
- Stability: Store in a cool, dry place where it is stable, avoiding high temperatures, humidity, and light.
- Danger: Low toxicity or practically non-toxic; some products may cause slight irritation.
- Emergency Response: Skin contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water; Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention.
Supplementary Technical Details for Riboflavin
- Production Methods: It is mainly produced by microbial fermentation (Bacillus subtilis fermentation), and the powder and granule products are obtained through extraction, crystallization and drying.
- Acute Toxicity (LD50): Oral LD50 in rats: >10000 mg/kg (practically non-toxic); Oral LD50 in mice: >20000 mg/kg
- Chronic Toxicity: It shows no significant toxicity with long-term use and complies with the standards of food additive GB 14880 and feed grade GB/T 7297.
- Upstream and downstream products (raw materials): Glucose, corn steep liquor, yeast extract, inorganic salts (fermentation medium)
- Upstream and downstream products (downstream): Food additives, feed additives, vitamin B2 tablets, nutritional supplements
- Quality Standards: Compliant with USP, EP, and GB
- Detection Methods: HPLC, UV, IR, etc.
- Transportation Methods: Sea freight, air freight, and express delivery
- Payment Methods: T/T, L/C, Western Union, etc.
- Certification Status: ISO9001, GMP, kosher halal etc.
- Technical Support: Provide product application technical guidance and solutions
Packaging and Storage of Riboflavin
- Packaging: 25kg/fiber drum (lined with polyethylene bag), or according to customer requirements
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse; avoid direct sunlight and moisture
- Shelf Life: 24 months from the production date under proper storage conditions
- CAS number: 83-88-5
- Molecular Formula: C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆
- Molecular Weight: 376.37 g/mol
- Implementation Standards: Enterprise standards or USP/BP/EP/CP
- Precautions: Avoid storing with strong oxidizers, strong acids, or strong alkalis; wear protective equipment during operation.
- After-sales Service: Provides COA and MSDS; free returns and exchanges for quality issues; technical support.
Applications of Riboflavin(Vitamin B2)
- Feed-grade Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) can be used as a nutritional additive in animal feed.It is a basic vitamin raw material for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture.When used in combination with other B vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, it significantly improves aquaculture performance.Furthermore, it is cost-effective and suitable for large-scale farming.
- Pharmaceutical-grade Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) can be used in the production of oral dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, and oral solutions.Vitamin B2 is primarily used to treat angular cheilitis, cheilitis, and glossitis caused by riboflavin deficiency.
- Pharmaceutical-grade Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) can also be used topically in the form of eye drops or solutions.It is a unique photosensitizer (for treatment), staining agent (for surgical assistance), and fluorescent staining diagnostic agent (for diagnosis), particularly in the field of ophthalmology.
- Food-grade Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) can be used in the production of dietary supplements.It can be manufactured as individual riboflavin tablets or as a core ingredient in multivitamin supplements, and is used to address riboflavin deficiency or meet the specific needs of certain groups of people.For example, high-dose Riboflavin supplements have been shown to be effective in preventing migraine attacks in patients who experience them frequently.
- Food-grade Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) can be used as a food additive or a natural coloring agent.It can be added to various foods, offering excellent versatility and serving the dual functions of nutritional supplementation and food coloring.
- Cosmetic-grade Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) is an excellent auxiliary ingredient in various cosmetic products.It can be used in combination with various ingredients to enhance the skin’s natural defenses, stability, and radiance from within.
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