Name: D-Biotin
Price: 169.00 USD

- Overview
  - Biotin, also known as vitamin H or coenzyme R is a water soluble member of the B vitamins (B7).
    
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    Background
    
    During fatty acid synthesis and gluconeogenesis, biotin acts as a flexible prosthetic group by allowing it to reach different enzymatic active sites.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    58-85-5
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C10H16N2O3S
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    244.31
    
    Appearance
    
    White or off-White Powder
    
    Other Properties
    
    Source: Synthetic
    Assay: 97.5-100.5%
    Optical Rotation: +89 to +93°
    
    Storage
    
    2-8°C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Microbiology Applications: Biotin can be used in cell culture media for its involvement in a number of cellular processes including gluconeogenesis, synthesis of fatty acids, and amino acids isoleucine and valine.