Thiamine (B1)

Description

1. Product Overview

Thiamine (Vitamin B1), primarily supplied as Thiamine Hydrochloride (CAS 67-03-8), is a high-purity water-soluble vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism and cellular energy production. Its primary industrial use spans animal feed fortification, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food enrichment, and nutraceutical production. The key value proposition is its exceptional biological activity as Thiamine Pyrophosphate (TPP), enabling efficient conversion of glucose to ATP while supporting nervous system function. This product is strategically important as the first identified vitamin, critical for preventing beriberi and Wernicke-Korsakak syndrome globally, making it a non-discretionary sourcing requirement for health-focused industrial operations.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: Thiamine Hydrochloride (Thiamine HCl), MF: C₁₂H₁₇ClN₄OS·HCl, CAS Number: 67-03-8

• Purity level/grade: 98.5% – 101.5% assay (pharmaceutical/bulk feed grade); ROVIMIX® B1 achieves ≥98% (980 g/kg)

• Physical characteristics:

  • Form: Fine crystalline white powder

  • Color: White

  • pH (5% solution): 2.7 – 3.3

  • Solubility: Significantly higher water solubility than thiamine mononitrate

• Packaging options: Bulk packaging from 100g to 25kg; industrial bulk drums available; 20MT bulk orders accommodated

• Shelf life: Stable when stored cool, dry, away from oxidizing agents, moisture, heat, alkaline conditions, and light (high sensitivity to degradation)

3. Core Industrial Applications

Why this product performs better: Higher water solubility than thiamine mononitrate enables superior bioavailability; meets stringent industry standards for potency and stability.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: 98.5–101.5% assay purity with standardized pH (2.7–3.3); pharmaceutical-grade certification ensures specified purity, potency, and stability

• Supply reliability: Established manufacturers (China, EU suppliers) with customized production capabilities; free sample availability for quality verification

• Logistics capability: Bulk packaging from 100g to 25kg+; 20MT bulk order capacity; industrial drum shipping accommodated

• Price competitiveness: Competitive wholesale pricing from Chinese factory suppliers; EU supplier options available (€0.1524/g for 100g)

• Sustainability benefits: Water-soluble nutrient with high biological efficiency; prevents global malnutrition through food enrichment

• Technical support: Comprehensive documentation (CAS, MF, assay, pH standards); OEM/ODM manufacturing services available

This product represents a strategic sourcing decision for operations prioritizing regulatory compliance, bioavailability, and supply chain reliability.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT [query]

• Loading capacity: 20MT per container (bulk loading accommodated) [query]