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Riboflavin
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Riboflavin |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Vitamin B2;Riboflavin;Lactoflavin |
| Chinese name | 核黄素 |
| Chinese synonyms | 维生素B2;核黄素;乳黄素 |
| Chemical category | Feed Additives |
| CAS No. | 83-88-5 |
| EINECS No. | 201-507-1 |
| Molecular formula | C17H20N4O6 |
| Molecular weight | 376.37 |
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Technical indicators
Assay (dry basis) 98.0–102.0%; loss on drying ≤1.5%; residue on ignition ≤0.1%; heavy metals (as Pb) ≤10 ppm
Performance characteristics
Yellow to orange-yellow crystalline powder, slightly soluble in water, water-soluble vitamin
Application scenarios
Feed additive (vitamin B2 supplement), food nutrition fortifier, pharmaceutical