In stock L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium powder with 99% purity
enquiryChemical Name: L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium
CAS Number: 151533-22-1
Molecular Formula: C20H23CaN7O6
Molecular Weight: 507.60 g/mol
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Solubility: Soluble in water
Storage Conditions: Should be stored in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight and high-temperature environments
What is L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium ?
L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium is the active form of folate, a folate derivative. It is the primary metabolic form of folate in the body and is usually stabilized and made more bioavailable by adding a calcium salt. Folate is a member of the B vitamin family, involved in one-carbon metabolism in the body, and is essential for cell division, DNA synthesis, and repair. L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate, as a bioavailable form, can be directly utilized by the body without undergoing complex conversion processes.
L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium is commonly used to supplement folate deficiency, particularly in individuals who cannot efficiently convert folate, such as those with genetic mutations (e.g., MTHFR mutation). The calcium salt form helps enhance stability, making it more effective in drugs and supplements.
