Compound Q&A
What is Folinic acid calcium (CAS: 1492-18-8)?
Answer
Folinic acid calcium (CAS: 1492-18-8) is a calcium salt of folinic acid, a reduced form of folic acid. Its chemical formula is C19H20N4O9Ca, and it appears as a white crystalline powder. It is highly soluble in water and serves as a key folate precursor in pharmaceutical and nutritional applications, supporting DNA synthesis and cellular function.
About
CAS No
1492-18-8
English Name
Folinic acid calcium
Molecular Formula
C20H21CaN7O7
Molecular Weight
511.5 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(N(C2=C(N1)N=C(NC2=O)N)C=O)CNC3=CC=C(C=C3)C(=O)NC(CCC(=O)[O-])C(=O)[O-].[Ca+2]
InChIKey
KVUAALJSMIVURS-ZEDZUCNESA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
