Vitamin B6

• CAS: 8059-24-3
• Catalog Number: ACM8059243
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 244.31
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₆N₂O₃S
• Synonyms: BIOEPIDERM;BIOS H;(+)-BIOTIN;BIOTIN;BIOTIN, IMMOBILIZED ON DEXTRAN;BIOTIN, IMMOBILIZED ON DEXTRAN-LYSINE;BIOTIN(V-H);BIOTINUM
• Melting Point: 231-233°C(lit.)
• Appearance: powder
• Active Content: 95%
• Physical State: Solid
• Safety Description: 24/25

Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of Vitamin B6?

The molecular formula of Vitamin B6 is C8H11NO3.

What are some synonyms for Vitamin B6?

Some synonyms for Vitamin B6 include pyridoxine, pyridoxol, and pyridoxin.

How is Vitamin B6 converted in the body?

Vitamin B6 is converted to pyridoxal 5-phosphate in the body, which is an important coenzyme for synthesis of various compounds.

What is the role of Vitamin B6 in the body?

Vitamin B6 is a coenzyme for the synthesis of amino acids, neurotransmitters, sphingolipids, and aminolevulinic acid in the body.

What is Vitamin B6 used for medically?

Vitamin B6 is used for the treatment of Vitamin B6 deficiency and for the prophylaxis of isoniazid-induced peripheral neuropathy.

Which group of compounds is collectively referred to as Vitamin B6?

The group of compounds collectively referred to as Vitamin B6 includes pyridoxine, pyridoxal, pyridoxamine, and their phosphorylated derivatives.

How is Vitamin B6 primarily involved in biochemical reactions?

Vitamin B6, primarily in its biologically active coenzyme form pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, is involved in the metabolism of amino acids and glycogen, synthesis of nucleic acids, hemoglobin, and neurotransmitters.

What is the IUPAC name of Vitamin B6?

The IUPAC name of Vitamin B6 is 4,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-2-methylpyridin-3-ol.

What is the InChIKey of Vitamin B6?

The InChIKey of Vitamin B6 is LXNHXLLTXMVWPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N.

How is Vitamin B6 metabolized in Escherichia coli?

Vitamin B6 is a metabolite found in or produced by Escherichia coli (strain K12, MG1655).