Vitamin B5 Sodium D-Pantothenate
D-PANTOTHENIC ACID SODIUM, D-PANTOTHENIC ACID SODIUM SALT, D-PANTOTHENIC ACID, NA SALT, D(+)-PANTOTHENIC ACID SODIUM SALT
- CAS
- 867-81-2
- EC
- 212-768-6
- Sectors
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Nutrition
Vitamin B5 Sodium D-Pantothenate (CAS 867-81-2) is the sodium salt of D-pantothenic acid, a white to off-white crystalline solid supplied in Food Grade and Pharma Grade for nutraceutical supplements, food fortification and pharmaceutical preparations. White to off-white crystalline solid; melting point 171–178 °C; freely soluble in water. Listed under Directive 2002/46/EC and Regulation (EC) 1925/2006; authorised EU health claims under Regulation (EC) 432/2012.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C9H17NO5.Na |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 241.22 g/mol |
| Form | Solid |
| Color | White to Off-White |
| Melting point | 171-178 °C |
| GHS signal word | Warning · Irritant / harmful |
| HS code | 29241990 |
| 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 Sodium D-Pantothenate
Applications
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements: listed as 'D-pantothenate, sodium' under Directive 2002/46/EC
- Food Fortification: fortifies functional foods under Regulation (EC) 1925/2006
- Pharmaceuticals: suits oral solid-dose and liquid preparations requiring documented purity
- Cosmetics: panthenol precursor used in skin and hair formulations
- Animal Feed: supplemented in premixes for poultry, swine and aquaculture
Safety & Risks
GHS Warning; H315 (skin irritation), H319 (eye irritation), H335 (respiratory irritation). Low acute toxicity. Use gloves, eye protection and adequate ventilation. Avoid dust generation. Keep away from moisture and heat.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg fibre drums or cartons; 1–5 kg bags available for small lots. Store cool, dry, away from light.