Compound Q&A
Is Vitamin B12 (CAS: 68-19-9) safe?
Answer
Vitamin B12 (CAS: 68-19-9) is generally safe when consumed in recommended doses. As a water-soluble vitamin, excess amounts are excreted, reducing toxicity risk. However, high doses may cause side effects like skin reactions or gastrointestinal discomfort. Safety standards ensure proper handling in labs and manufacturing. Precautions include avoiding inhalation of powder and wearing gloves during handling. It's a controlled substance in some regions, requiring careful storage and use to prevent misuse.
About
CAS No
68-19-9
English Name
Vitamin B12
Molecular Formula
C63H88CoN14O14P
Molecular Weight
1345.3903 g/mol
SMILES
C12N3c4c([N]([Co+]567(N8C9=C(C%10=[N]5C(C(C%10(C)CC(N)=O)CCC(N)=O)=CC5=[N]6C(C(C5(C)C)CCC(N)=O)=C(C5=[N]7C(C(C5(C)CCC(=O)NCC(C)OP([O-])(=O)OC(C1O)C(CO)O2)CC(N)=O)C8(C(C9CCC(N)=O)(C)CC(N)=O)C)C)C)C#N)=C3)cc(c(C)c4)C
InChIKey
QXOMMGINPOYKPR-WYVZQNDMSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
