Vitamin B9 L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt
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- CAS
- 1181972-37-1
- Sectors
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Nutrition
Vitamin B9 L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt is the glucosamine salt form of (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, the biologically active, reduced form of folate. Molecular formula C₂₆H₃₈N₈O₁₁, molecular weight 638.63 g/mol. Presented as a fine crystalline powder with enhanced aqueous solubility relative to free-acid folate forms.
As the metabolically active folate species, it bypasses hepatic conversion steps required by folic acid, making it the preferred folate source in food supplement and pharmaceutical formulations. Listed under Annex II of Directive 2002/46/EC as '(6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt', confirming its status as an authorised vitamin source for food supplements in the EU.
SoleChem, an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical supplier based in Türkiye, delivers Vitamin B9 L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt (CAS 1181972-37-1) to customers in more than 40 countries.
Vitamin B9 L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt
Applications
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements: EU-authorised for maternal, immune, and homocysteine health claims
- Pharmaceutical: active ingredient targeting folate deficiency and homocysteine management
- Food & Nutrition: permitted in supplements; excluded from general food fortification
- Cosmetics: used in topical formulations seeking cellular folate activity
- Animal Feed & Veterinary: bioavailable folate for companion animal and livestock premixes
Safety & Risks
Not classified as hazardous under GHS. Handle with standard laboratory/industrial hygiene; avoid inhalation of dust. Use appropriate PPE including gloves and eye protection. No significant acute toxicity identified at typical handling quantities.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg fibre drums or cartons; 1 kg and 5 kg sealed bags available for small lots. Store cool, dry, and protected from light and moisture.