Product Introduction
Vitamin B5 (D-Calcium Pantothenate) is the calcium salt of pantothenic acid, a water-soluble B-complex vitamin. It is a white to off-white, free-flowing powder that is stable and easy to handle. This is why manufacturers choose it over free pantothenic acid, which is unstable and hygroscopic.
So what is vitamin B5, and why does it matter? The body uses pantothenic acid to build Coenzyme A (CoA), a molecule involved in turning carbohydrates, fats and proteins into usable energy. It also takes part in making fatty acids and several hormones. Because humans cannot store large amounts of it, a steady dietary supply is needed. That is where fortification and supplementation come in.
As a China supplier and manufacturer of food additives, WEHENGFOOD supplies D-Calcium Pantothenate in food, feed and pharma grades. Only the D-form is biologically active, so we supply the D-isomer for buyers who need real vitamin B5 activity. The product suits dietary supplement makers, B-complex vitamin formulators, fortified food and beverage producers, and animal nutrition companies.
D-Calcium Pantothenate vs. D-Panthenol: These are two related forms of vitamin B5 and are often confused in search results. Calcium pantothenate is a stable solid and is the standard choice for vitamin B5 supplements, fortified foods and feed. D-Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) is a liquid or low-melting solid that converts to pantothenic acid in the body or skin. It is the form commonly used in skincare and hair care. If your project is a topical formula, contact us to discuss the right form.
Certificate of Analysis
ITEMS | SPECIFICATIONS | RESULT |
Appearance | White powder, odorless | White powder, odorless |
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Identification 1 | Chromogenic reaction | Conform |
Identification 2 | Chromogenic reaction | Conform |
Identification 3 | Calcium salt differential reaction | Conform |
Identification 4 | The infrared light absorption spectra of the sample should be consistent with the control spectra | Conform |
Identification 5 | The solution should be clear and colorless under pH | Conform |
Identification 6 | Soluble in water and glycerin, slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in trichloromethane or ether | Conform |
D-calcium pantothenate content | 97.0%–103.0% | 98.2% |
Calcium content (on dry basis) | 8.2%–8.6% | 8.39% |
Specific rotation | +25.0° to +27.5° | +26.7° |
pH (50 g/L aqueous solution) | 6.8–8.0 | 7.8 |
Alkaloid test | Pass test | Conform |
Alkalinity (50 g/L) | Pass test | Conform |
Loss on drying | ≤5.0% | 2.0% |
Chloride (Cl) | ≤200 mg/kg | <200 mg/kg |
β-alanine | ≤0.5% | <0.5% |
Lead (Pb) | ≤2.0 mg/kg | <2.0 mg/kg |
Total arsenic (As) | ≤0.5 mg/kg | 0.5 mg/kg |
Aerobic Plate Count | <1000 cfu/g | <40 cfu/g |
Yeast & Mold | <100 cfu/g | 40 cfu/g |
Key Functions
1. Energy metabolism support. Pantothenic acid is a building block of Coenzyme A, which is central to breaking down nutrients for energy. It is a core ingredient in B-complex and energy-support formulas.
2. Fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism. CoA also supports the synthesis and breakdown of fatty acids and other metabolic intermediates, which is why B5 is part of general nutritional fortification.
3. Skin and hair nutrition. Vitamin B5 is widely studied for vitamin B5 for skin health, and interest in vitamin B5 acne support continues to grow in the wellness market. Oral nutrition formulas increasingly include calcium pantothenate for this reason. Claims must comply with the regulations of your target market.
4. Nervous system and stress-related nutrition. Pantothenic acid takes part in producing neurotransmitters and adrenal hormones, so it is common in daily wellness and sports nutrition products.
5. Animal growth and feed efficiency. In poultry, swine and aquaculture, adequate B5 supports growth performance, feed conversion and healthy skin and feathers.
Applications
- Dietary supplements: capsules, tablets, powders and gummies, alone or in multivitamin and B-complex blends (with B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, biotin and folic acid).
- Fortified foods and beverages: breakfast cereals, energy drinks, functional beverages, infant formula and nutrition bars.
- Animal feed premixes: poultry, swine, ruminant, pet food and aquafeed.
- Pharmaceutical preparations: vitamin tablets, oral solutions and compound vitamin injections (pharma grade).
- Premix and blend manufacturing: vitamin premixes for the nutrition industry.
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FAQ
Q1. What is Vitamin B5 (D-Calcium Pantothenate)?
It is the calcium salt of pantothenic acid, a water-soluble B vitamin needed to make Coenzyme A. It is more stable than free pantothenic acid, so it is the standard form for vitamin B5 supplements, fortified foods and animal feed.
Q2. What is the difference between calcium pantothenate and D-Panthenol?
Calcium pantothenate is a stable solid used in supplements, foods and feed. D-Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) is the alcohol form of B5 and is mainly used in skincare and hair care. Both are converted to pantothenic acid in the body.
Q3. What grades of D-Calcium Pantothenate do you supply?
We supply food grade, feed grade and pharma grade. Please tell us your application and target market so we can recommend the right specification. A COA is available on request.
Q4. Is D-Calcium Pantothenate suitable for B-complex supplements?
Yes. It blends well with other B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, biotin and folic acid). It is widely used in multivitamin and B-complex capsules, tablets, powders and gummies.
Q5. How should it be stored?
Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and light. Under proper storage, the shelf life is 2 years.
Q6. What is the minimum order quantity?
The MOQ is 25 KGS.
