Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
59-30-3
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Folic acid (CAS 59-30-3) is a water-soluble B vitamin essential for cellular metabolism. Its industrial synthesis typically involves condensation of 2,4,5-triamino-6-hydroxypyrimidine with p-benzoylaminobenzoic acid. Molecular formula: C19H19N7O6.
Store in cool, dry conditions away from light to prevent degradation. High doses may mask vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms; clinical use requires strict dosage monitoring under professional supervision.