Vitamin B5 DL-Panthenol
DL-panthenol, panthenol, DL-Pantothenol, DL-Pantothenyl alcohol
- CAS
- 16485-10-2
- EC
- 240-540-6
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare
Vitamin B5 DL-Panthenol (CAS 16485-10-2) is the racemic provitamin B5 alcohol, supplied as a clear, viscous liquid, as 50% or 75% aqueous solutions, or as a white to off-white solid, and is used as a humectant in skin care, hair care and pharmaceutical preparations. Supplied as a clear, viscous liquid or aqueous solution (50% or 75%), white to off-white solid, with density 1.166 g/cm³, melting point 38–56 °C, and broad solubility in water, ethanol, ether, chloroform, and propylene glycol. Available in Food Grade and Pharma Grade (USP/Ph.Eur.) specifications.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C9H19NO4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 205.25 g/mol |
| Form | neat |
| Color | White to Off-White |
| Melting point | 38-56 °C |
| Boiling point | 118-120 °C @ Press: 0.2 Torr |
| Water solubility | Soluble in water, ethanol, ether, chloroform, and propylene glycol. |
| HS code | 29362400 |
| 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.
Vitamin B5 DL-Panthenol
Applications
- Sector: Personal Care — humectant conditioner in shampoos and treatments.
- Sector: Skin Care — boosts moisture retention in creams and lotions.
- Sector: Pharma — hydrates tissue in wound gels, nasal, and eye drops.
- Sector: Polymer & Industrial — reactive diol modifying flexibility in polyurethane systems.
- Sector: Food & Nutraceutical — Food Grade for supplements requiring Vitamin B5 activity.
Safety & Risks
Not classified as hazardous under GHS. Low acute toxicity; standard industrial hygiene practices apply. Avoid eye contact; use appropriate PPE. Store in cool, dry conditions away from direct light.
Packaging
Available in 25 kg drums or IBCs for bulk; 1–5 kg containers for small lots. Store cool and dry.