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Folate

Also known as Vitamin B-11, (2R)-2-((4-(((4-hydroxy-2-imino-1H-pteridin-6-yl)methyl)amino)phenyl)formamido)pentanedioic acid, D-Folic Acid

CAS 65165-91-5Formula C19H19N7O6Molar mass 441.40 g/mol
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Folate chemical structure, C19H19N7O6, CAS 65165-91-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
65165-91-5
Formula
C19H19N7O6
Molar mass
441.40 g/mol
HS code
293359
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Folate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Folate is a cofactor for 1-carbon transfer involved with DNA synthesis.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R)-2-[[4-[(2-amino-4-oxo-3H-pteridin-6-yl)methylamino]benzoyl]amino]pentanedioic acid
CAS number
65165-91-5
Molecular formula
C19H19N7O6
InChIKey
OVBPIULPVIDEAO-GFCCVEGCSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C19H19N7O6/c20-19-25-15-14(17(30)26-19)23-11(8-22-15)7-21-10-3-1-9(2-4-10)16(29)24-12(18(31)32)5-6-13(27)28/h1-4,8,12,21H,5-7H2,(H,24,29)(H,27,28)(H,31,32)(H3,20,22,25,26,30)/t12-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
Nc1nc2ncc(CNc3ccc(C(=O)NC(CCC(=O)O)C(=O)O)cc3)nc2c(=O)[nH]1
Isomeric SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)N[C@H](CCC(=O)O)C(=O)O)NCC2=CN=C3C(=N2)C(=O)NC(=N3)N

Synonyms

  • Vitamin B-11
  • (2R)-2-((4-(((4-hydroxy-2-imino-1H-pteridin-6-yl)methyl)amino)phenyl)formamido)pentanedioic acid
  • D-Folic Acid
  • (2R)-2-[[4-[(2-amino-4-oxo-3H-pteridin-6-yl)methylamino]benzoyl]amino]pentanedioic acid
  • (4-(((2-Amino-4-oxo-3,4-dihydropteridin-6-yl)methyl)amino)benzoyl)-d-glutamic acid
  • (R)-2-(4-(((2-amino-4-hydroxypteridin-6-yl)methyl)amino)benzamido)pentanedioic acid
  • folieacid
  • D-FolicAcid
  • D-Folic-Acid
  • Folic acid (D-Isomer)
  • Folic Acid Impurity 48
  • (4-(((2-Amino-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropteridin-6-yl)methyl)amino)benzoyl)-D-glutamic acid
  • (4-(((2-amino-4-hydroxypteridin-6-yl)methyl)amino)benzoyl)-D-glutamic acid
  • (2R)-2-[(4-{[(2-amino-4-oxo-4,8-dihydropteridin-6-yl)methyl]amino}phenyl)formamido]pentanedioic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
441.40 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
441.1397 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.04calc.
Topological polar surface area
213.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
6calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
9calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
32calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.21calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=c1[nH]cnc2ncc(CNc3ccccc3)nc12

O=c1[nH]cnc2ncc(CNc3ccccc3)nc12

3 rings, 19 atoms.

106 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Folate is traded under.

HS 2933.59Indicative HS code

Compounds containing a pyrimidine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) or piperazine ring, other

World exports in 2024
$18.4B
+10.5% vs 2023, imports $24.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Ireland43.6%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported26.3%
  3. China7.9%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia30.3%
  2. United States30.1%
  3. Germany15.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Folate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Folate, based on the data on this page

What is Folate?

Folate is a cofactor for 1-carbon transfer involved with DNA synthesis.

What is the CAS number of Folate?

The CAS registry number of Folate is 65165-91-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Folate?

The molecular formula of Folate is C19H19N7O6 and its molar mass is 441.40 g/mol.

Is Folate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Folate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Folate?

Folate is usually classified under HS code 293359 (Compounds containing a pyrimidine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) or piperazine ring…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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