Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Category

Additional information

Product Name

Vitamin B2

CAS No.

83-88-5

Solubility

Slightly soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol

Form

Orange-yellow crystalline powder

Grades

USP/BP/EP Pharma Grade
Food Grade 98%–102%
Feed Grade 80%

Key Properties

✔️ Intense yellow-green fluorescence under UV light
✔️ Specific rotation −115° to −135°
✔️ Stable in dry powder form, light-sensitive
✔️ Odorless, tasteless, and non-hygroscopic
✔️ Slightly soluble in water, suitable for premix and blends

Health Benefits

✅ Energy Production
✅ Supports Vision & Skin Health
✅ Antioxidant Defense
✅ Red Blood Cell Formation
✅ Cognitive and Neurological Support
✅ Nutritional Synergy

Main Applications

💊 Pharmaceuticals & Nutritional Supplements
🥣 Food & Beverage Fortification
🐄 Animal Feed & Veterinary Use

Product Details

✅ Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) – Vital Coenzyme for Energy, Skin, Vision & Cell Health

Water-soluble B-complex vitamin available in USP/BP/EP, food-grade, and feed-grade forms for human and animal health.


🌿 Product Overview

Vitamin B2, or Riboflavin, is a crucial water-soluble B-vitamin that plays a key role in energy metabolism, antioxidant protection, red blood cell formation, and cellular function. Chibio Biotech supplies three grades:

  • USP/BP/EP: Pharma-standard for medical and high-end nutrition use​

  • Food Grade 98%–102%: For food, beverage, and general nutrition​

  • Feed Grade 80%: For animal nutrition, enhancing growth and feed efficiency​


🔍 Basic Information

Item Description
Product Name Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
CAS No. 83-88-5
Molecular Formula C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆
Solubility Slightly soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol
Appearance Orange-yellow crystalline powder
Shelf Life 24–36 months (sealed, dry, dark conditions)
Packaging 25 kg fiber drum (food/pharma), 20 kg bag (feed)

🧪 Specifications Overview

Grade Assay Use Standard
USP/BP/EP 98.0–102.0% Pharma, supplements USP 2021 / BP 2008 / EP5​
Food Grade 98.0–102.0% Fortification, beverages USP​
Feed Grade ≥80.0% Animal feed GB/T 18632-2010​

💧 Physicochemical Properties

  • ✔️ Intense yellow-green fluorescence under UV light

  • ✔️ Specific rotation −115° to −135°

  • ✔️ Stable in dry powder form, light-sensitive

  • ✔️ Odorless, tasteless, and non-hygroscopic

  • ✔️ Slightly soluble in water, suitable for premix and blends


🎯 Health Benefits of Vitamin B2

Energy Production
Acts as a coenzyme in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into ATP.

Supports Vision & Skin Health
Vital for maintaining healthy eyes, skin, and mucous membranes.

Antioxidant Defense
Regenerates glutathione, a master antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative stress.

Red Blood Cell Formation
Essential for hemoglobin production and oxygen transport.

Cognitive and Neurological Support
Plays a role in brain metabolism and may help reduce migraine frequency.

Nutritional Synergy
Enhances absorption and utilization of other B vitamins like B6 and B3.


🌐 Applications & Dosage Forms

💊 Pharmaceuticals & Nutritional Supplements

  • Form: Capsules, tablets, softgels, powders

  • Dosage: 1.1–1.6 mg/day RDA (up to 100 mg in therapy)

  • Use: B-complex support, eye health, skin care, energy

🥣 Food & Beverage Fortification

  • Use: Cereal, energy drinks, meal replacements

  • Format: Premixed with vitamin blends or functional powders

  • Benefit: Supports anti-fatigue, antioxidant labeling

🐄 Animal Feed & Veterinary Use

  • Use: Poultry, swine, ruminant premix for growth and immunity

  • Dosage: 5–50 mg/kg depending on species

  • Form: Pelleted, granulated, or powdered feed blends


🔄 Riboflavin Production Flowchart

Chemical or Fermentative Synthesis
→ Raw material sourcing and microbial bioconversion

Crystallization & Purification
→ Multiple recrystallization cycles to refine and purify vitamin

Drying & Milling
→ Low-temp vacuum drying, micronization, sieving

Quality Control
→ HPLC assay, particle sizing, heavy metals, solvent residue, microbiology

Packaging
→ Food/pharma-grade drums or bags with light-blocking lining


💼 Why Choose Chibio Biotech?

🌿 Full Range of Vitamin Grades

USP/BP/EP, food-grade, and feed-grade all from one source

📊 Assay Verified

Guaranteed ≥98% (food/pharma) or ≥80% (feed) with COA and regulatory support

🧪 Regulatory Ready

Compliant with global standards (USP, EP, BP, GB/T)

📦 Bulk Stock, OEM Blends, Export Services

20–25 kg drums, custom label support, and international compliance


💡 Why Use Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) in Business?

Chibio’s Vitamin B2 empowers brands across industries to:

  • Support energy, eye, and skin health in clean-label formulas

  • Fortify functional foods with antioxidant and cognitive support

  • Improve animal feed efficiency naturally and cost-effectively

  • Comply with global regulatory needs for supplements, food, and feed

✅ Whether your market is health-conscious humans or high-efficiency animals, Chibio Vitamin B2 ensures vibrant results.


📩 Request Free Sample or Quotation Now!

Looking for high-quality Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) for food, supplements, or feed?

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📞 Phone: +86 (0)532 66983270
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