Vitamin D2 Ergocalciferol
- CAS
- 50-14-6
- EC
- 200-014-9
- Sectors
- Pharma & Healthcare, Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Animal Nutrition
Vitamin D2 Ergocalciferol (CAS 50-14-6) is a vitamin D2 form obtained by UV irradiation of ergosterol, supplied as a white to yellowish crystalline powder that is used in dietary supplements for vitamin D deficiency and rickets, in pharmaceuticals for osteoporosis management, and in animal feed for bone development. It has a density of 0.96 g/cm³, melting point 114-118°C, boiling point 496.4°C at 760 mmHg, flash point 214.2°C, and refractive index 1.52. Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and chloroform, it is light-sensitive, oxidizing in air, and produced by UV irradiation of ergosterol from yeast or plants.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C28H44O |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 396.65 g/mol |
| Appearance | Crystalline |
| Form | powder |
| Color | white to yellowish |
| Melting point | 115-118 °C |
| Water solubility | Soluble in ethanol, water, methanol, dimethylformamide, and dimethyl sulfoxide. |
| Flash point | 14 °C |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Acute toxicity, Health hazard |
| HS code | 29362910 |
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 D2 Ergocalciferol
Applications
Used as a dietary supplement to treat vitamin D deficiency and rickets; in food fortification for milk and cereals to enhance calcium absorption; in pharmaceuticals for osteoporosis management; in cosmetics for skin health; in animal feed for bone development; in research for metabolic studies.
Safety & Risks
Toxic in high doses causing hypercalcemia and kidney damage; irritates eyes, skin, and respiratory tract upon contact. Avoid strong oxidizers; stable but degrades with light and heat. Hazard Class not specified; use PPE, ventilate areas; monitor for cardiovascular effects in chronic exposure.
Packaging
Packaged in 25kg fiber drums with inner PE bags or aluminum foil bags to protect from light; store in cool, dry, ventilated places away from moisture.