Pyridoxamine Dihydrochloride
Pyridorin, PYRIDOXAMINE
- CAS
- 524-36-7
- EC
- 208-357-6
- Sectors
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Nutrition
Pyridoxamine Dihydrochloride (CAS 524-36-7) is the dihydrochloride salt of pyridoxamine, a Vitamin B6 vitamer, supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder and used as a B6 ingredient in nutraceutical supplements and functional foods. Molecular formula C8H12N2O2·2ClH; MW 241.11 g/mol. White to off-white crystalline powder; decomposition ~226.5 °C; density ~1.40 g/cm³; soluble in water, DMSO, and methanol. Holds authorised EU health claims for Vitamin B6 covering normal protein and glycogen metabolism, red blood cell formation, and immune system function.
Pyridoxamine Dihydrochloride reaches Nutraceuticals & Supplements and Food & Nutrition customers through SoleChem in Food Grade and Pharma Grade. Bulk orders are packed in 25 kg drums or fibre cartons, and 1–5 kg sealed containers cover small lots.
SoleChem stocks both grades and holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 certification for food and nutraceutical products, with regular deliveries to more than 40 countries. A certificate of analysis (COA) and safety data sheet (SDS) accompany every delivery. Request a bulk quote for the grade and pack size you require.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C8H12N2O2.2ClH |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 241.11 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Form | Powder or Solid |
| Color | White to off-white to pale brown |
| Melting point | 226.5 °C (decomp) |
| Water solubility | Soluble in DMSO, water, or methanol /n |
| GHS signal word | Warning · Irritant / harmful |
| HS code | 29333990 |
| Grades available | Food Grade, Pharma Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Applications by Industry
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Pyridoxamine Dihydrochloride serves nutraceutical formulators as a food and pharma grade Vitamin B6 vitamer ingredient for supplement products, supported by authorised EU health claims for Vitamin B6.
- Food & Nutrition
Pyridoxamine Dihydrochloride provides a Vitamin B6 vitamer for functional food use, and buyers should verify its status under Directive 2002/46/EC before formulation.
Pyridoxamine Dihydrochloride
Applications
- Pharmaceutical: active ingredient targeting homocysteine metabolism; EU health claims authorised
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements: food and pharma grade B6 supplement ingredient
- Food & Nutrition: functional food use; verify status under Directive 2002/46/EC
- Animal Feed: B6 source for compound feed and premix applications
- Cosmetics: topical formulations utilising B6 vitamer skin-conditioning activity
Safety & Risks
GHS Warning; H315 (skin irritation), H319 (serious eye irritation), H335 (respiratory irritation). Use gloves, eye protection, and adequate ventilation. Store in a cool, dry location away from light and moisture.
Packaging
Available in 25 kg drums or fibre cartons for bulk orders; 1–5 kg sealed containers for small lots. Store cool and dry.