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| CAS No.: | 3054-47-5 |
| Formula: | C63h88con14o14p |
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Vitamin B12, also known as Cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in various physiological functions, including DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and nerve function. It is one of the essential vitamins that the body cannot produce on its own, so it must be obtained through diet or supplements.
Red Blood Cell Formation: Vitamin B12 is crucial for the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow. A deficiency can lead to anemia (a condition characterized by low red blood cell count).
Nerve Health: B12 is involved in the synthesis of myelin, the protective covering around nerves. It helps maintain the health of nerve cells and supports proper neurological function.
DNA Synthesis: Vitamin B12 plays a key role in the synthesis of DNA, which is essential for cell division and overall growth and development.
Homocysteine Metabolism: It helps convert homocysteine, an amino acid, into methionine, which is crucial for many bodily functions. High levels of homocysteine are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Vitamin B12 is naturally found in animal products, including:
Vegetarians, vegans, and those with certain medical conditions (e.g., malabsorption disorders) may need to rely on fortified foods or supplements to meet their B12 requirements, as plant-based foods do not naturally contain vitamin B12.
The recommended daily intake (RDI) of vitamin B12 varies by age, gender, and life stage:
A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to several health issues, including:
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that supports a range of vital functions in the body, particularly for nerve health, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis. It is naturally found in animal-based foods and is available in fortified foods and supplements for those at risk of deficiency. Regular intake of B12 is important to prevent deficiency and maintain overall health.
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Appearance
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Dark red crystal or crystalline powder,with no taste
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Complies
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Indentification A
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A361nm/A278nm:1.70-1.9
A361nm/A550nm:3.15-3.4
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1.82
3.24
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Indentification B
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The retention time for major peak of the sample solution corresponds to that of the standard solution
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Complies
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Indentification C
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Positive
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Complies
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Infrared Spectrum
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The infrared absorpion spetra of the sample should be consistent with the control graph
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Complies
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Loss on drying
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≤12.0%
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2.3%
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Assay on dried basis
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96.0%-102.0%
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98.3%
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Total impurities
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≤3.0%
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0.92%
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7β,8β-lactocyanocobalamin
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≤1.0%
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Not detected
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50-carboxycyanocobalamin
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≤0.5%
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0.03%
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34-methylcyanocobalamin
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≤2.0%
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Not detected
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32-carboxycyanocobalamin
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≤1.0%
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0.1%
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8-Epi-cyanocobalamin
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≤1.0%
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0.09%
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Any other unidentified impurity
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≤0.5%
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0.18%
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Total aerobic bacteria count
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≤1000cfu/g
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60cfu/g
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Residual solvents
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Acetone≤0.5%
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0.039%
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