Product Description
Folic Acid (also known as Vitamin B9) is a water-soluble B vitamin that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, particularly in the formation of red blood cells and the synthesis of DNA. It is essential for cell division and growth, making it particularly important during periods of rapid growth such as pregnancy, infancy, and adolescence.
Key Benefits:
- Supports Red Blood Cell Formation: Folic acid is necessary for the production of red blood cells, which help prevent anemia.
- Prevents Neural Tube Defects: Adequate folic acid intake before and during early pregnancy can significantly reduce the risk of birth defects in the brain and spine (neural tube defects), such as spina bifida.
- DNA Synthesis and Repair: It plays a key role in the creation and repair of DNA, which is vital for cell division and growth.
- Supports Mental and Emotional Health: Folic acid helps in the synthesis of neurotransmitters that influence mood and cognitive function, and some studies suggest that it may help in reducing the risk of depression.
Sources of Folic Acid:
Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, which naturally occurs in foods. Common dietary sources of folate include:
- Leafy greens (spinach, kale, and broccoli)
- Legumes (beans, lentils, and peas)
- Citrus fruits
- Fortified cereals and grains
- Liver
Folic acid supplements are often recommended to pregnant women or women planning to conceive to ensure sufficient intake.
Recommended Daily Intake:
- Adults: 400 micrograms (mcg)
- Pregnant women: 600 mcg
- Breastfeeding women: 500 mcg
Deficiency Symptoms:
A deficiency in folic acid can lead to:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Anemia
- Poor growth
- Neurological problems, including memory loss and depression
- Birth defects in pregnancies
Folic acid supplements are available in the form of tablets, capsules, and liquids, and are commonly included in prenatal vitamins. It is important to note that while folic acid is beneficial, excessive intake (typically from supplements) can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, which could lead to neurological issues if not addressed.
Test Item
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Standard
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Result
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Appearance
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Yellow or orange crystal powder
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Complies
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Moisture
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≤8.5%
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8.1%
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Ignition residue
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≤0.2%
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0.14%
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Heavy metals (as Pb)
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≤10mg/kg
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< 10mg/kg
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As
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≤3mg/kg
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< 3mg/kg
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Assay
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96.0%~102.0%
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98.8%
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Hangzhou Focus Corporation, is a professional supplier of food additives & ingredients in international market, which is located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, next to Shanghai port and Ningbo port. It is specialized in manufacturing food additives & ingredients. Besides, it has invested two yeast factories in 2008 and has become a key manufacturer of bakery yeast in China.
We supply over 100 kinds of high-grade products covering areas of baking, confectionary, beverage, meat processing and spices.Our products include: sweeteners, thickeners, acidulants, preservatives, antioxidants, phosphates, flavoring, proteins, nutrition, emulsifiers and so on.
Our honorable clients are both manufacturing users and wholesalers, from more than 50 countries all over the world. Our professional sales team, well-establishing sourcing network will contribute to the best products and service for you.
Q:Are you manufacturer or trader?
A: we are manufacturer.
Q: How long have your company run on food ingredients ?
A: 14 years focusing on food ingredients field,10 years exporting experience.
Q: Which payment terms are you accept?
A: Payment term: L/C D/A D/P T/T Western Union MoneyGram.
Q: After an order is placed, when to deliver?
A:It depends on whether the products you buy has inventory. If we have inventory, generally we can arrange shipment after receipt of payment 2 to 3 days. If not, it will be decided by the time of the factory production.
Q: What's your MOQ?
A:For the high value product, our MOQ starts from 1kg and generally starts from 25kgs. For other low price product, our MOQ starts from 1000kg and 10000kg.
Q: Is there a discount?
A: Yes, for larger quantity, we always support with better price.
Q: How do you treat quality complaint?
First of all, our quality control will reduce the quality problem to near zero. If there is a quality problem caused by us, we
will send you free goods for replacement or refund your loss.
Q: What is loading port?
A: Usually is Shanghai, Qingdao,Tianjin or Ningbo.