Vitamin B6 Feed Grade
| Chemical Name | Pyridoxine Hydrochloride |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 58-56-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C₈H₁₁NO₃·HCl |
| Packing | 25KG drums or cartons |
Overview
Vitamin B6, commonly supplied as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin essential for amino acid metabolism, protein utilization, and normal nervous system function in animals. Feed Grade Vitamin B6 is widely used in compound feed, vitamin premixes, and concentrates for livestock, poultry, aquaculture, and pet nutrition.
Specifications
| Test items | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vitamin B6 Content | ≥ 98.0% (on dry basis) |
| Identification | Positive |
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
| pH (5% aqueous solution) | 4.0 – 6.0 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.2% |
| Particle Size | ≥ 90% pass 80 mesh (optional) |
Applications
- Poultry feed (broilers, layers, breeders)
- Swine feed (piglets, growers, sows)
- Aquaculture feed (fish, shrimp, crab)
- Pet food (dogs, cats)
Packaging
Packaging: 25 kg fiber drum or cartons (custom packaging available)
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture.