Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
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Standard:
In-house Standards,
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Vitamin K3, chemically known as Menadione, is a synthetic water-soluble precursor of Vitamin K. It is industrially produced via the alkylation of 2-methylnaphthalene or reduction of menadione quinone. Its molecular formula is C11H8O2 with CAS number 58-27-5.
Human oral intake is restricted in many jurisdictions due to hepatotoxicity risks. Storage requires cool, dry conditions away from light. Personnel must wear protective gear to avoid skin irritation during handling.