Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Methylcobalamin (CAS: 13422-55-4)?
Answer
Methylcobalamin is primarily used in pharmaceuticals to treat vitamin B12 deficiency, particularly in neurological and hematological conditions. It is also applied in dietary supplements to support energy levels and cognitive function. In research, it serves as a key compound for studying metabolic processes and is used in various industrial applications involving cobalt-based chemicals.
About
CAS No
13422-55-4
English Name
Methylcobalamin
Molecular Formula
C63H91CoN13O14P
Molecular Weight
1344.4 g/mol
SMILES
[CH3-].CC1=CC2=C(C=C1C)N(C=N2)C3C(C(C(O3)CO)OP(=O)([O-])OC(C)CNC(=O)CCC4(C(C5C6(C(C(C(=C(C7=NC(=CC8=NC(=C(C4=N5)C)C(C8(C)C)CCC(=O)N)C(C7(C)CC(=O)N)CCC(=O)N)C)[N-]6)CCC(=O)N)(C)CC(=O)N)C)CC(=O)N)C)O.[Co+3]
InChIKey
ZFLASALABLFSNM-WYVZQNDMSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
