Wholesale CAS 83-88-5 Vitamin B2/Riboflavin Powder
Vitamin B2: An Essential Nutrient
Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is an essential water-soluble vitamin belonging to the B vitamins. Since the human body cannot synthesize it and must obtain it from food, it plays an irreplaceable role in maintaining normal physiological functions and metabolism. In the body, vitamin B2 exists primarily as two coenzyme forms: flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD). As a component of various oxidoreductases, it widely participates in hydrogen transfer reactions in cells, promoting the metabolism and energy conversion of the three major nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Furthermore, vitamin B2 plays an important role in promoting cell growth and tissue repair, aiding in wound healing, and strengthening the health of nails and hair. It also plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of skin and mucous membrane structures, protecting vision, and promoting iron absorption and transport, thus having a positive effect on preventing and improving iron-deficiency anemia. Simultaneously, vitamin B2 also possesses certain antioxidant properties and helps regulate blood pressure. Its main uses include nutritional supplementation, medical treatment, and industrial applications.
Why Choose YTBIO Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)?
- High purity ≥98%, standard, stable solubility & thermal stability, full COA per batch.
- Flexible MOQ 1kg, OEM/ODM available, custom package & formula, fast lead time 3–7 days for in-stock goods.
- Multi-grade options: food additive, supplement raw material, feed grade for diverse production lines.
- Factory direct price with free sample support, full B-vitamins one-stop sourcing.
- Quality Management：As a specialized Vitamin B2 manufacturer with over a decade of experience in the nutritional supplements sector, our facility holds cGMP, ISO22000, ISO9001, BRC, Kosher, Halal, and HACCP certifications. This ensures that every batch of raw materials is safe, traceable, and fully compliant with global standards for food, dietary supplements, and health products.
Vitamin B2 Content of Selected Foods (Units: mg/100g)
| Food | Content | Food | Content |
| Rice | 0.05 | Rape | 0.11 |
| Wheat Flour | 0.08 | Orange | 0.02 |
| Dried Noodles | 0.03 | Pear | 0.03 |
| Steamed Bun | 0.07 | Pork (Lean & Fat) | 0.16 |
| Soybean | 0.2 | Pork Liver | 2.08 |
| Chinese Cabbage | 0.03 | Milk | 0.14 |
| Spinach | 0.11 | Egg | 0.32 |
YTBIO: Providing High-Quality Vitamin B2 and Services
Vitamin B2: Multiple Health Benefits
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), an essential water-soluble vitamin, plays a crucial role in energy metabolism, cell growth, and redox reactions.
Energy Metabolism
As a key coenzyme, it directly participates in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, promoting the conversion of nutrients into usable energy.
Antioxidant Function
By participating in antioxidant pathways such as the glutathione reductase system, it helps scavenge free radicals and reduce the damage of oxidative stress to cell structures.
Maintaining Tissue Health
It plays an important role in the integrity and normal function of skin, mucous membranes, and eye tissues. Deficiency can lead to symptoms such as angular cheilitis, glossitis, dermatitis, and corneal angiogenesis.
Promoting Hematopoietic Function
By enhancing iron absorption and utilization and participating in erythrocyte production, it is significant in preventing and improving iron-deficiency anemia.
Cardiovascular Protection
It participates in homocysteine metabolism, helping to maintain it at normal levels; simultaneously, by improving lipid metabolism and vascular function, it has a protective effect on the cardiovascular system.
Nervous system support
Through antioxidant mechanisms and participation in neurotransmitter synthesis, it has potential benefits in maintaining neuronal function and cognitive abilities.
Vitamin B2: Diverse Applications
| Application Field | Application Scenario | Core Functions & Effects |
| Medical & Health Application | Clinical Treatment | Prevent and treat mucosal lesions such as angular cheilitis, cheilitis and conjunctivitis caused by Vitamin B2 deficiency |
| Cardiovascular Disease Prevention & Treatment | Improve myocardial metabolism and inhibit platelet aggregation to positively prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases including coronary heart disease | |
| Iron-deficiency Anemia Improvement | Boost the absorption and utilization of iron to markedly relieve symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia | |
| Nervous System Health Maintenance | Moderate supplementation lowers the frequency of migraine attacks and prevents neurodegenerative diseases via antioxidant mechanism | |
| Food Industry Application | Nutritional Fortifier | Widely added into staple foods like cereals and flour to supplement nutrition and avoid Vitamin B2 deficiency |
| Natural Colorant | Features natural orange-yellow hue, serving as a safe and healthy coloring option in food and pharmaceuticals | |
| Daily Health Care Application | Fatigue Relief & Physical Vitality Maintenance | Participate in human energy metabolism to ease physical fatigue and sustain bodily vitality |
| Skin Health Care | Promote cell repair and regeneration, improve skin texture and delay skin aging; widely used in various skincare products | |
| Oral Mucosa Health Maintenance | Effectively preserve the integrity of oral mucosa and prevent relevant mucosal lesions | |
| Eye Health Maintenance | Plays a vital role in maintaining ocular health and preventing eye discomfort |
Recommended Dietary Intake of Vitamin B2 for Chinese Residents (mg/d)
| Age (years) | Male RNI | Female RNI |
| 0~ | 0.4 (AI) | — |
| 0.5~ | 0.5 (AI) | — |
| 1~ | 0.6 | — |
| 4~ | 0.7 | — |
| 7~ | 1 | — |
| 11~ | 1.2 | — |
| 14~ | 1.5 | 1.2 |
| 18~ | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Pregnant | — | 1.7 |
| Lactating | — | 1.8 |
- RNI (Recommended Nutrient Intake): Refers to the intake level sufficient to meet the nutrient requirements of the vast majority (97%–98%) of individuals within a specific group defined by gender, age, and physiological status. Long-term intake at the RNI level satisfies the body's need for the specific nutrient, maintains adequate nutrient reserves within tissues, and sustains good health.
FAQ
Q1: What is the minimum order quantity for the product?
A1: Our minimum order quantity is generally 1kg for trial orders. For bulk commercial orders, the standard MOQ is 25kg.
Q2: How should I store the powder to preserve its quality?
A2: Keep the product in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. Seal containers tightly to avoid moisture absorption. Proper storage delivers a 24-month shelf life.
Q3: What test methods do you adopt for quality control?
A3: We apply High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and UV spectrophotometry to verify purity and batch uniformity. Every batch also undergoes full microbiology inspection.
Q4: Can you provide technical support for formula development?
A4: Absolutely. Our technical team supplies formula guidance, application recommendations and compatibility testing to help you optimize your finished products.
Q5: What are the typical order lead times?
A5: Trial orders ship within 3–5 working days. Bulk commercial orders normally take 7–15 working days, subject to order quantity and packaging specifications.
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