Vitamin K3 Menadione Sodium Bisulfite (MSB)
Vitamin K3 Menadione Sodium Bisulfite
- CAS
- 130-37-0
- EC
- 204-987-0
- Sectors
- Animal Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare
Vitamin K3 Menadione Sodium Bisulfite (MSB) (CAS 130-37-0) is a synthetic, water-soluble vitamin K compound supplied as a crystalline powder, and it is used mainly in animal feed premixes to support blood coagulation and in pharmaceutical research and specialty formulation development. It is used primarily in animal nutrition and pharmaceutical applications where stable vitamin K activity is required.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C11H10O5S.Na |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 276.24 g/mol |
| Form | Solid |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Melting point | 121-124°C |
| Water solubility | water: soluble 50mg/mL, clear, colorless to light yellow |
| GHS signal word | Warning · Irritant / harmful, Environmental hazard |
| Grades available | Feed 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 K3 Menadione Sodium Bisulfite (MSB)
Applications
Used in animal feed premixes to support blood coagulation and metabolic functions. Applied in veterinary formulations and nutritional supplements. Used in pharmaceutical research and specialty formulation development.
Safety & Risks
Harmful if swallowed in large quantities. May cause skin or eye irritation. Handle with PPE and follow good manufacturing practice. Avoid prolonged exposure.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kilogram fibre drums or HDPE containers with inner liners. Store in cool and dry conditions protected from light.