Riboflavina

C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆

IUPAC: 7,8-Dimethyl-10-((2R,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)benzo[g]pteridine-2,4(3H,10H)-dione

CAS: 83-88-5

Descripción general

Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is an essential water-soluble vitamin that functions as a component of the coenzymes FAD and FMN. These coenzymes are critical for energy metabolism, cellular respiration, and the metabolism of fats, drugs, and steroids.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 20 1,0080
Carbono C 17 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 4 14,0070
Oxígeno O 6 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×20
5,4%
C
Carbono ×17
54,3%
N
Nitrógeno ×4
14,9%
O
Oxígeno ×6
25,5%

Usos

  • • Coenzyme (FAD, FMN) component
  • • Food coloring (E101, bright yellow)
  • • Dietary supplement
  • • Migraine prophylaxis

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ The bright yellow color of B-vitamin supplements and energy drinks comes from riboflavin

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Non-toxic (water-soluble, excess is excreted)
  • ⚠ Turns urine bright yellow

Estructura

SMILES

CC1=CC2=C(C=C1C)N(C3=NC(=O)NC(=O)C3=N2)CC(C(C(CO)O)O)O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
376,36 g/mol
Densidad
1,6500 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
282,0 °C
Solubilidad
0.12 g/L at 25°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
376,1383
XLogP
-1,5
TPSA
155,0 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
5
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
7
Enlaces rotables
5
Átomos pesados
27
Complejidad
680,0

También conocido como

Vitamin B2

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Acetaldehído

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Acetamida

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Acetato de butilo

C₆H₁₂O₂

Acetato de etilo

C₄H₈O₂

Acetato de vinilo

C₄H₆O₂

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Riboflavina?
Riboflavina (C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name 7,8-Dimethyl-10-((2R,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)benzo[g]pteridine-2,4(3H,10H)-dione.
What is the molecular weight of Riboflavina?
Riboflavina has a molar mass of 376.364 g/mol.
What state is Riboflavina at room temperature?
Riboflavina is a solid at room temperature.
Is Riboflavina organic or inorganic?
Riboflavina is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Riboflavina?
Riboflavina (C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O).