Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)

Origin & Sourcing

Folic acid is produced through a mature multi-step chemical synthesis route. We source exclusively from GMP-certified manufacturers in China with full batch traceability, including residual-solvent, impurity and microbiological testing on every production lot, with documentation to USP, EP, BP, JP and FCC monographs.

Key Benefits

• Supports normal DNA synthesis and cell division
• Contributes to red blood cell formation and helps prevent folate-deficiency anemia
• Essential for maternal health and healthy fetal neural-tube development
• Supports normal homocysteine metabolism for cardiovascular health
• Plays a central role in one-carbon methylation reactions

Applications

Prenatal and multivitamin supplements, folic acid tablets, fortified flours, cereals and dairy, functional beverages, and pharmaceutical formulations for anemia and pregnancy care.

Why 2026

Prenatal nutrition remains one of the fastest-growing supplement categories worldwide, and mandatory folic-acid fortification programs continue to expand across Asia, Africa and Latin America. With rising demand for USP-grade actives and the shift toward enhanced folate blends (5-MTHF), folic acid stays a high-volume staple ingredient for manufacturers in 2026.

Science Snapshot

Folic acid is the fully oxidized, stable synthetic form of folate. After absorption it is converted through the folate cycle into 5-MTHF, the active coenzyme that donates methyl groups for DNA synthesis and homocysteine remethylation. Decades of public-health data support 400?800 ?g daily intake for the prevention of neural-tube defects, and mandatory fortification programs are credited with measurable reductions in NTD prevalence.

Quality & Specifications

• Active: Folic Acid ?96.0% (HPLC), USP / EP / BP / JP grades
• Appearance: Yellow to orange crystalline powder
• Solubility: Practically insoluble in water; sodium salt and microencapsulated forms available
• Packaging: 25 kg fiber drums, double PE liner (custom formats available)
• Shelf life: 36 months in sealed, light-protected, cool, dry storage

Safety & Regulatory

Recognized as safe for food fortification (FCC / GRAS status) and available in USP grade for pharmaceutical use. Sensitive to light, heat and strong oxidants ? store in light-protected containers. Maximum permitted fortification levels vary by country; full regulatory documentation, allergen statements and GMO-free certificates are available on request.

Formulation Notes

Protect from light and oxygen during blending; premix with a carrier for low-dose accuracy. Pairs well with vitamin B12 for anemia care and with 5-MTHF in premium prenatal blends. Microencapsulated and direct-compression grades are available on request.