Vitamin B9 L-Methylfolate Calcium

Vitamin B9 L-Methylfolate Calcium (CAS 151533-22-1), also known as calcium L-methylfolate or levomefolate calcium, is the calcium salt of the biologically active form of folate.

Where is Vitamin B9 L-Methylfolate Calcium used?

• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing: API-grade and compendial specifications including USP and Ph. Eur.
• Food and beverage fortification: functional foods, fortified cereals, dairy alternatives, infant nutrition
• Personal care and cosmetics: topical serums, specialised skincare, hair care
• It is listed in Annex II of Directive 2002/46/EC as an authorised vitamin source for food supplements and under Annex II of Regulation (EC) 1925/2006 for food fortification.

Good to know: Unlike synthetic folic acid, this compound is the naturally occurring, metabolically ready form of vitamin B9. It carries authorised EU health claims under Regulation (EC) 432/2012 covering normal amino acid synthesis, blood formation, homocysteine metabolism, immune system function, and maternal tissue growth during pregnancy.

Commercial specifications

• Off-white to pale yellow powder, water-soluble
• Crystalline powder with controlled moisture and assay specifications
• Packaging: 1–5 kg lots, 25 kg drums or cartons
• Cold-chain or climate-controlled storage per specification sheets