Synonyms: Vitamin B12
Use: food additive, vitamin
Molecular formula: C₆₃H₈₈CoN₁₄O₁₄P
CAS No: 68-19-9
EINECS No: 200-680-0

Physical data

Appearance: red to purple solid
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Water solubility: slight

Stability

Hygroscopic. Keep cold and dry.

Toxicology

Not believed to be harmful unless consumed in large quantity.

Toxicity data
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ORL-MUS LD50 > 8000 mg kg^-1

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Transport information

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Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.

Personal protection

None.

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