Calcium pantothenate
SIAL/C0400000 - European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard
Synonym: D-Pantothenic acid hemicalcium salt; (R)-(+)-N-
CAS Number: 137-08-6
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C9H16NO5 · 0.5Ca
Molecular Weight: 238.27
MDL Number: MFCD00002766
Linear Formula: HOCH2C(CH3)2CH(OH)CONHCH2CH2CO2 ·1/2Ca
Product Type: Chemical
agency | EP |
application(s) | pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
biological source | synthetic |
form | solid |
format | neat |
grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
InChI | 1S/2C9H17NO5.Ca/c2*1-9(2, |
InChI key | FAPWYRCQGJNNSJ-UBKPKTQASA |
manufacturer/tradename | EDQM |
SMILES string | CC(C)(CO)[C@@H](O)C(=O)NC |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
technique(s) | gas chromatography (GC): suitable |
liquid chromatography (LC): suitable |
Application: | Calcium pantothenate may be used as an analytical reference standard for the determination of the analyte in pharmaceutical formulations by various chromatography and spectrophotometric techniques. |
Application: | Precursor in the biosynthesis of coenzyme A. |
Caution: | Please find SDS provided by EDQM here. ![]() ![]() |
General description: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia ![]() ![]() Calcium pantothenate, the calcium salt of pantothenic acid, is a coenzyme A component that plays an important role in the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. It is employed in vitamin supplements for the treatment of acne, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. |
Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
Packaging: | Unit quantity: 60 mg. Subject to change. The product is delivered as supplied by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For the current unit quantity, please visit the EDQM reference substance catalogue ![]() ![]() |
Physical properties: | Due to the unstable, hygroscopic nature of the free acid, the calcium salt is employed. |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
UNSPSC | 41116107 |