Vitamin B12 Adenosylcobalamin
Coenzyme B12
- CAS
- 13870-90-1
- EC
- 237-627-6
- Food Code
- -
Vitamin B12 adenosylcobalamin is a coenzyme form with formula C72H100CoN18O17P and molecular weight 1579.58 g/mol. Red powder, soluble in water, essential for methylmalonyl-CoA mutase.
Vitamin B12 Adenosylcobalamin
Applications
Used in supplements for metabolic health; pharmaceuticals for acidemia treatment; research for enzyme activity; food additives for nutrition; animal nutrition for energy; in diagnostic assays.
Safety & Risks
Low toxicity; may cause allergic reactions in sensitive people. Irritates skin; light-sensitive. Use PPE; monitor for hypersensitivity or side effects.
Packaging
Supplied in 1g vials with desiccants; store frozen per Sigma-Aldrich catalog to preserve potency.