Cyanocobalamin
CAS 68-19-9
EC 200-680-0
Formula C63H88CoN14O14P
MW 1355.37 g/mol
Vitamins & Nutrients Personal Care & CosmeticsPharmaceuticals & HealthcareFood & Nutrition Antioxidant & Stabilizer
Description
Cyanocobalamin (CAS 68-19-9) is the synthetic, stable form of vitamin B12, commonly referenced under trade names such as Cotel, Covit, and Bedoz, and abbreviated as VB12 in formulation contexts. It carries no E-number designation and is identified under EC 200-680-0 with molecular formula C63H88CoN14O14P.
In pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing, cyanocobalamin is incorporated into injectable solutions, oral supplements, and fortified foods, where it corrects B12 deficiency by converting to active coenzyme forms within the body. In cosmetic formulations, it functions as an antioxidant and skin conditioner, neutralising free radicals and supporting barrier integrity at low inclusion rates.
Cyanocobalamin is available in pharmaceutical-grade (Ph.Eur., USP) and food-grade (FCC) specifications, supplied as a crystalline powder. It is a registered substance under REACH and sourced from GMP-certified manufacturers. Packaging is typically offered in amber glass or light-protected containers to preserve stability during storage and transit.
In pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing, cyanocobalamin is incorporated into injectable solutions, oral supplements, and fortified foods, where it corrects B12 deficiency by converting to active coenzyme forms within the body. In cosmetic formulations, it functions as an antioxidant and skin conditioner, neutralising free radicals and supporting barrier integrity at low inclusion rates.
Cyanocobalamin is available in pharmaceutical-grade (Ph.Eur., USP) and food-grade (FCC) specifications, supplied as a crystalline powder. It is a registered substance under REACH and sourced from GMP-certified manufacturers. Packaging is typically offered in amber glass or light-protected containers to preserve stability during storage and transit.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | >300 °C |
| Boiling Point | >300 °C |
| Flash Point | 9°C |
| Appearance | Crystalline |
| Color | Red to dark red |
| Odor | dark red cryst. or powd., odorless and tasteless |
| Form | Crystalline Powder or Crystals |
| Water Solubility | Soluble |
| pH | 6.0 (20°C, 1g/L in H2O) |
| Log P | 3.570 (est) |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29362600 |
| Storage Class | 11 - Combustible Solids |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
Other Names
Vitamin B12RuviteVibaltRedisolVb12CotelBedozCovit
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