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Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) Wholesale

Cobamide cofactor supplied as a 10 mL multi-dose solution for analytical and cell-culture research

Product Identity

CAS Number68-19-9
Molecular FormulaC₆₃H₈₈CoN₁₄O₁₄P
Molecular Weight1,355.4 Da
Form10 mL multi-dose aqueous solution
ConcentrationAs stated on the batch Certificate of Analysis
AppearanceClear, red-coloured solution
Storage2–8°C, protect from light
IdentificationBatch identity confirmed by UV-Vis / HPLC per COA

Available Configurations

ConfigurationContentBest For
Standard Kit10 mg × 10 vialsProtocol validation; evaluation orders
Bulk Kit40 mg × 10 vialsHigh-throughput research; repeat buyers
CustomCustom mg × custom vialsOEM; private-label; protocol-specific

Research Background

Vitamin B12 is the commercial name for cyanocobalamin, a cobalt-containing cobamide (C₆₃H₈₈CoN₁₄O₁₄P, 1,355.4 Da). In research it is used as a cofactor source in one-carbon and methyl-transfer studies, as a reference standard in analytical method development, and as a medium supplement in cell-culture work. Solutions are photolabile, which is why handling and storage conditions are stated explicitly on every batch document.

Proposed Mechanisms

Cofactor functionPrecursor of methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin coenzymes in one-carbon transfer
Methionine synthase pathwayStudied in folate–methionine cycle and methylation-flux models
Methylmalonyl-CoA mutaseCofactor of the mitochondrial mutase step in propionate metabolism

Research Focus Areas

One-carbon metabolism

Folate and methionine cycle research

Analytical chemistry

Reference standard for vitamin assay method development

Cell culture

Medium supplementation for cobalamin-dependent cell lines

Quality Specifications

ParameterMethodCriterion
PurityHPLC at 214 nm, C18 column≥99.0% peak area
IdentityESI-MSDa
AppearanceVisual inspectionWhite to off-white lyophilized powder
Purity assayAmino acid analysis≥80% net peptide
Residual moistureKarl Fischer≤3%
SolubilityReconstitution testSoluble in sterile water or PBS

Tiered Wholesale Pricing

Kit sizeCodeList price
10 mL × 10 vialsB12US$26

US$26–26 per kit (10 vials), from our published wholesale price list; tiered volume discounts apply (see the tier table) — source:wholesale price list (PDF, updated 2026-08-08).

VolumeDiscountFor
1 kitList priceEvaluation; competitive analysis
5+ kits10% offInitial portfolio expansion
20+ kits20% offMid-size distributors
50+ kits30% offRegional distributors

FAQ

Is this product a lyophilized powder?

No. Vitamin B12 is supplied as a 10 mL multi-dose aqueous solution, so it is handled and stored differently from the lyophilized peptides in the catalogue.

What concentration is the solution?

The concentration is stated on the Certificate of Analysis for each batch rather than being fixed in the catalogue, because the product is a formulated solution.

Why must B12 be protected from light?

Cyanocobalamin is photolabile; exposure to light degrades the molecule, so vials are shipped and stored at 2–8 °C away from direct light.

What is the CAS number of this product?

The catalogue lists CAS 68-19-9 with molecular formula C₆₃H₈₈CoN₁₄O₁₄P and a molecular weight of 1,355.4 Da.

Can B12 be ordered with other items in one shipment?

Yes. Solution items ship alongside lyophilized kits in the same order; the tiered wholesale discounts apply to the combined kit count, not per product line.

All products are manufactured for laboratory research purposes only. MOTS-c is labeled FOR LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY. Not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, prophylaxis or any clinical, cosmetic, dietary or household application. Not a dietary supplement, pharmaceutical ingredient, cosmetic ingredient or approved drug substance. Buyers are responsible for verifying the legal status of importation and possession in their destination country.

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