Category:
Vitamin
CAS NO:
22457-89-2
Standard:
USP,EP,JP,In-house Standards,
| Name | Benfotiamine |
| Synonyms | N-((4-Amino-2-methyl-5-pyrimidinyl)methyl)-N-(4-hydroxy-2-mercapto-1-methyl-1-butenyl)formamide-S-benzoate dihydrogen phosphate |
| Molecular Structure | ![]() |
| Molecular Formula | C19H23N4O6PS |
| Molecular Weight | 466.45 |
| CAS Registry Number | 22457-89-2 |
| EINECS | 245-013-4 |
Benfotiamine is a lipid-soluble synthetic derivative of thiamine (Vitamin B1), designed to enhance cellular absorption and bioavailability compared to water-soluble forms. Produced via the reaction of thiamine with S-hexylphosphoryl thiocarbonyl, its molecular formula is C21H30N4O4PS and CAS number is 5689-70-5.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation. While generally recognized as safe, clinical usage requires monitoring for potential interactions with chemotherapy agents or specific anticonvulsants. Industrial handling mandates standard PPE to avoid inhalation of dust particles.