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Product Name Vitamin D3
Product Type Fat-soluble vitamin
Available Form Cholecalciferol
CAS No. 67-97-0
Physical Form White crystalline powder
Source UV irradiation conversion of 7-dehydrocholesterol from lanolin
Main Application Dietary supplements, fortified food, pharmaceutical raw materials

 

Product Overview

Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3, CAS 67-97-0) is white crystalline powder converted from 7-dehydrocholesterol derived from lanolin under UV irradiation. As an essential nutritional fortification ingredient, it boosts calcium and phosphorus absorption, supports bone, immune and muscle health. It is widely used in dietary supplements, functional food & beverage and animal feed formulations.

Compared with Vitamin D2, Vitamin D3 generally shows higher potency and longer duration of action in human metabolism. It is commonly used as a nutritional fortification ingredient in multivitamin products, calcium-D combination supplements, fortified food and pharmaceutical compound preparations.


 

Character

1.White crystalline powder

2.Fat-soluble

3.Stable under proper storage conditions

4.Compatible with many vitamin premix and multivitamin formulations

5.Protect from strong light, moisture and high temperature during storage


 

Main Functions

1.Supports Calcium & Phosphorus Absorption: Promotes intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, helps maintain normal bone mineralization.

2.Maintains Bone & Teeth Health: Aids bone growth and preservation, supports healthy teeth structure.

3.Supports Immune System Health: Contributes to normal immune response and body defense.

4. Supports Muscle Function: Helps sustain normal muscle health and reduce muscle discomfort.


 

Applications

1.Dietary Supplements The preferred vitamin D raw material for multi-vitamin tablets, capsules and premixes, widely used for vitamin D fortification.

2.Functional Food & Beverage Added to fortified dairy products, plant-based drinks, cereals and nutritional powder for vitamin D enrichment.

3.Animal Feed Commonly used in premixes for livestock, poultry and aquaculture feed, to meet vitamin D requirements and support animal bone development and growth.


 

Packaging & Storage

Packing: 25kg fiber drum with inner polyethylene bag

Storage: Cool, dry, dark and ventilated place, keep tightly sealed

Shelf Life: 24 months under proper sealed storage

Product Name: Colecalciferol Other Name: Cyclohexanol,3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(1R)-1,5-dimethylhexyl]octahydro-7a-methyl-4H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylene-,(1S,3Z)-;Cholecalciferol;9,10-Secocholesta-5,7,10(19)-trien-3-ol,(3β,5Z,7E)-;(1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(1R)-1,5-Dimethylhexyl]octahydro-7a-methyl-4H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylenecyclohexanol;Delsterol;Deparal;Oleovitamin D3;Ricketon;Trivitan;D3-Vigantol;Vitamin D3;9,10-Secocholesta-5,7,10(19)-trien-3β-ol;Vitinc Dan-Dee-3;Vigorsan;Colecalciferol;Calciol;Quintox;Vi-De3;Arachitol;Granuvit D3;Videkhol;FeraCol;Devaron;NSC 375571;Dry Vitamin D3 100CWS/AM;Lutavit D;Riken D3 Oil 20;Duphafral D3 1000;Ekostop D3;Calcirol;Oleovit D3;UVEDOSE;Riken D3 Oil 100;Decristol;Minisun;Vigantoletten;High-D 2X;Plivit D3;Aquadetrim;Vitamin D3 S 50t;Devikap;OsteVit D;Vigantol;Rovimix D3 500;CapsuDar D3 100E
CAS No.: 67-97-0 Molecular Formula: C27H44O
InChIKeys: InChIKey=QYSXJUFSXHHAJI-YRZJJWOYSA-N Exact Mass: 384.64
Categories: Vitamins and Minerals Medicines

APPEARANCE WHITE OR OFF-WHITE FLOWING POWDER
SOLUBILITY EASILY DISPERSED IN COLD WATER 15℃ TO FORM A HOMOGENEOUS AND STABLE EMUSION
GRANULARITY: GO THROUGH THE SIEVE OF 60 MESH >=90.0%
HEAVY METAL =<10PPM
LEAD =<2PPM
ARSENIC =<1PPM
MERCURY =<0.1PPM
CADMIUM =<1PPM
LOSS ON DRYING NOT MORE THAN 5.0%
Vitamin D3 Content >=500,000IU/g
TOTAL PLATE COUNT =<1000CFU/G
YEAST&MOULD =<100CFU/G
COLIFORMS =<0.3MPN/G
E.COLI NEGATIVE/10G
SALMONELLA NEGATIVE/25G

 

Density: 3″>0.939 g/cm3 Melting Point: 84-85 °C

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Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.