Short Description:
CAS number: 83-88-5
Molecular formula: C17H20N4O6
Molecular weight: 376.36
Chemical structure:
| Basic Information | |
| Product name | Riboflavin |
| Grade | Food grade/Feed grade/ |
| Appearance | Yellow to orange power |
| Assay | 98.0%-102.0%(USP) 97.0%-103.0%(EP/BP) |
| Shelf life | 3 Years |
| Packing | 25kg/drum |
| Characteristic | Stable, but light-sensitive. Very slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol (96%). |
| Condition | Store in cool & dry place, Keep away from strong light and heat. |
Product Description
Riboflavin is a B vitamin. It is involved in many processes in the body and is necessary for normal cell growth and function. Riboflavin is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in vitamin B complex products.Vitamin B2 was eventually isolated from egg whites in 1933 and produced synthetically in 1935. Thename riboflavine was officially accepted in 1960; although the term was in common use before then. In 1966, IUPAC changed it to riboflavin, which is in common use today.Riboflavin is synthesized by all green plants and by most bacteria and fungi. Therefore, riboflavin is found, at least in small amounts, in most foods. Foods that are naturally high in riboflavin include milk and other dairy products, meat,eggs, fatty fish, and dark green vegetables. Vitamin B2, as nutritional supplement, is widely used in wheat flour, dairy products and sauce. Sometimes is used as pigment.
The Benefits Of Riboflavin
Riboflavin is a well-absorbed water-soluble vitamin, which has a key role to play in maintaining overall human health. It plays a major role in the production of energy by assisting in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Riboflavin is essential for the formation of fresh red blood cells and antibodies in humans, which increases circulation and oxygenation to various organs of the body.
Riboflavin is highly essential for ensuring proper growth and development of the reproductive organs, and the growth of body tissues such as the skin, connective tissue, eyes, mucous membranes, nervous system, and the immune system. In addition, it also ensures normal skin, nails, and hair.
Riboflavin can help to prevent numerous common conditions like migraine headaches, cataracts, acne, dermatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and eczema.
Riboflavin may help in providing relief from symptoms of various nervous system conditions such as numbness and anxiety among others. It is thought that riboflavin, when used along with vitamin B6, is effective for treating the painful symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Riboflavin is associated with the formulation of proteins, making it essential for the normal growth of the body.
Riboflavin plays a major role in ensuring normal corneas and perfect vision. It helps in the absorption of minerals such as iron, folic acid, and additional vitamins such as B1, B3, and B6. It also plays an essential role in the repair of tissues, the healing of wounds and other injuries that can take a lengthy time to totally recover.
Riboflavin also helps to enhance natural immunity by strengthening the antibody reserves and by reinforcing the defense system against infections. Remember to have a well-balanced diet to ensure the supply of riboflavin, which needs to be replenished daily.
Clinical Use
Severe riboflavin deficiency is known as ariboflavinosis, and treatment or prevention of this condition is the only proven use of riboflavin. Ariboflavinosis is most commonly associated with multiple vitamin deficiency as a result of alcoholismin developed countries. Because of the large number of enzymes requiring riboflavin as a coenzyme, deficienciescan lead to a wide range of abnormalities. In adults seborrheicdermatitis, photophobia, peripheral neuropathy, anemia, andoropharyngeal changes including angular stomatitis, glossitis,and cheilosis, are often the first signs of riboflavin deficiency.In children, cessation of growth can also occur. As the deficiency progresses, more severe pathologies develop until death ensues. Riboflavin deficiency may also produce teratogenic effects and alter iron handling leading to anemia.
