Pyridoxine (B6)

Description

1. Product OverviewPyridoxine (B6), available primarily as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, is a high-purity vitamin B6 compound essential for industrial pharmaceutical, nutritional, and food applications. Its primary industrial use is as a critical raw material in dietary supplements, pharmaceutical formulations, and fortified food products to prevent and treat vitamin B6 deficiency. The key value proposition lies in its ≥99% purity, compliance with USP/BP/EP/FCC standards, and proven role as a coenzyme in human metabolism. Strategically, this product is vital in global health markets where nutrient security, regulatory compliance, and supply chain reliability are decisive sourcing factors.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (CAS 65-23-6; alternative CAS 58-56-0 for HCl form); molecular formula C₈H₁₂ClNO₃; molecular weight 205.64

• Purity level/grade: ≥99.0%; grades include USP, BP, EP, FCC, Food Grade, Dietary Supplement Grade, and Plant Culture Tested (PTC)

• Physical characteristics: White to practically white crystals or crystalline powder; color: white; stable in air; slowly affected by light

• Packaging options: 10 g, 25 g (small); bulk options include 25 kg drums, 50 kg bags, and custom industrial packaging for 20 MT shipments

• Shelf life: Stable under proper storage (cool, dry, dark conditions); typical shelf life 2–3 years

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Primary industries: Pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, food & beverage fortification, cosmetics

• Specific operational use cases:

  • Single- and multi-ingredient dietary supplements

  • OTC and prescription medicinal products

  • Functional foods and fortified beverages

  • Products targeted for children, seniors, and athletes

  • Prevention/treatment of vitamin B6 deficiency and peripheral neuropathy

• Performance advantages:

  • Superior metabolic coenzyme activity vs. lower-purity alternatives

  • Higher dissolution rate and bioavailability

  • Regulatory compliance reduces reformulation risk

  • Cost efficiency through bulk sourcing and minimal waste

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Guaranteed ≥99% purity with full certification (GMP, SGS, USP, BP, EP, FCC) and SDS/MSDS documentation

• Supply reliability: Manufacturer-backed production with daily output capacity (e.g., 100 MT/day) and established export infrastructure

• Logistics capability: FOB port in Mumbai; experienced in global export to USA, Canada, UAE, Turkey, Egypt; supports 20 MT bulk shipments

• Price competitiveness: Transparent bulk pricing (e.g., ~11,000 INR/kg in Mumbai market) with scalable volume discounts

• Sustainability: ISO 9001-certified manufacturing; low environmental impact in production

• Technical support: Full documentation (SDS, MSDS, process details), sample availability, and toll-free buyer support for North America

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK – 20 MT (metric tons)

• Loading capacity: Standard container loading ≈ 20 MT per 40-ft container (optimized for drum/bag packaging)