(-)-riboflavin

Full Material List

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

Identifiers

CAS (Single)	83-88-5
FEMA	N/A
EINECS	201-507-1
Synonyms	benzo(g)pteridine-2,4(3H,10H)-dione, 7,8-dimethyl-10-(D-ribo-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)- 7,8- dimethyl-10-(D-ribo-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)isoalloxazine 7,8- dimethyl-10-[(2R,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl]benzo[g]pteridine-2,4-dione 7,8- dimethyl-10-ribityl isoalloxazine 7,8- dimethyl-10-ribitylisoalloxazine lactoflavin vitamin B2
JECFA Food Flavoring	N/A
JECFA Food Additive	Riboflavin Riboflavin from Bacillus subtilis
DG SANTE Food Flavourings	N/A
DG SANTE Food Contact Materials	N/A
FDA UNII	TLM2976OFR
CoE Number	N/A
XlogP3-AA	-1.50 (est)
Molecular Weight	376.3696
Molecular Formula	C17 H20 N4 O6

Properties

Food Chemicals Codex Listed	No
Appearance	orange yellow to yellow crystalline powder (est)
Assay	98.00 to 100.00
Specific Gravity	N/A
Lbs/Gal (est)	N/A
Refractive Index	N/A
Melting Point	280.00 Â°C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	715.60 Â°C. @ 760.00 mm Hg (est)
Flash Point	728.00 Â°F. TCC ( 386.60 Â°C. ) (est)
Acid Value	N/A
Vapor Pressure	N/A
Vapor Density	N/A
logP (o/w)	-2.009 (est)
Soluble In	water, 84.7 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp) dilute alkali solutions alcohol chloroform acetone ether
Occurrence	allspice fruit allspice leaf allspice seed almond seed apple custard apple fruit apple custard apple fruit apple fruit apricot fruit apricot seed arrowleaf elephant ear root arrowroot root artichoke jerusalem artichoke tuber asparagus root asparagus shoot avocado fruit banana fruit barley seed barley stem basil leaf bean adzuki bean seed bean asparagus bean fruit bean asparagus bean seed bean banner bean seed bean black bean fruit bean black bean leaf bean black bean seed bean black bean sprout bean butter bean seed bean butter bean sprout bean fava bean seed bean field bean leaf bean field bean seed bean mat bean seed bean mung bean seed bean mung bean sprout bean scarlet runner bean fruit bean scarlet runner bean seed bean winged bean seed bean yam bean tuber beet leaf beet root bilberry fruit black gram seed blueberry fruit borage leaf brazil nut breadfruit fruit breadfruit seed breadnut fruit broccoli asparagus broccoli leaf brussel sprout leaf buckwheat seed burdock root butterbur plant cabbage leaf cacao bean cacao fruit cantaloupe fruit caper flower caraway seed cardamom seed carrot root cashew fruit cashew leaf cashew nut cassava leaf cassava root cassia bark cayenne fruit celery fruit celery plant celery seed chamomile garden chamomile flower chayote fruit chayote shoot cherimoya fruit cherry brazilian cherry fruit cherry sour cherry fruit chestnut water chestnut tuber chickpea seed chicory leaf chicory root chive leaf chrysanthemum edible chrysanthemum bud chrysanthemum edible chrysanthemum leaf cinnamon ceylon cinnamon bark clove bud clove fruit coconut seed coffee bean coffee leaf coriander fruit coriander leaf coriander seed corn cob corn fruit corn seed corn silk cotton seed cranberry fruit cress garden cress leaf cucumber fruit cumin seed currant black currant fruit currant red currant fruit dandelion leaf dandelion root date palm fruit dill plant dill seed durian fruit eggplant fruit elder black elder plant endive leaf fennel plant fennel seed fenugreek seed fig fruit flax seed garlic bulb garlic flower garlic leaf garlic root garlic shoot ginger root ginkgo biloba leaf ginkgo biloba seed gooseberry fruit goosefoot leaf goosefoot seed gourd calabash gourd fruit gourd white gourd fruit grape plant grape stem guava fruit guava strawberry guava fruit hazelnut seed horseradish root irish moss plant jackfruit fruit jambul fruit kiwi fruit kohlrabi stem leek wild leek flower leek wild leek leaf lemon fruit lentil seed lentil sprout lime fruit loquat fruit lotus indian lotus rhizome lotus indian lotus seed luffa fruit luffa leaf lupine white lupine seed macadamia nut mallow jew's mallow leaf mamey fruit mandarin fruit mango fruit mango leaf mangosteen fruit marango fruit marango leaf marango shoot marjoram plant melon bitter melon fruit melon bitter melon leaf mugwort leaf mustard white mustard seed myristica fragrans seed nance fruit nutmeg aril nutmeg seed oat plant oat seed okra fruit okra seed onion bulb orange fruit papaya fruit papaya leaf parsley plant parsley shoot parsley tissue culture parsnip root passion fruit fruit pea black-eyed pea seed pea black-eyed pea shoot pea fruit pea pigeon pea fruit pea pigeon pea seed pea seed peach fruit peanut leaf peanut seed pear fruit pepper bell pepper fruit pepper black pepper fruit pepper black pepper seed peppermint leaf pigweed leaf pine pinyon pine seed pineapple fruit plum fruit plum malabar plum fruit pokeweed shoot pomegranate fruit poppy opium poppy seed potato sweet potato leaf potato sweet potato root potato tuber purslane herb quince fruit radish fruit radish leaf radish root raspberry red raspberry fruit raspberry red raspberry leaf rhubarb leaf rhubarb plant rice seed rose hips fruit roselle flower roselle leaf rosemary plant rye seed safflower flower safflower seed saffron stigma sage leaf salsify root sapodilla fruit sesame leaf sesame seed sorrel garden sorrel leaf soursop fruit soybean fruit soybean seed soybean sprout soybean tissue culture spearmint plant spinach plant spinach sea spinach leaf spinach water spinach leaf spirulina plant squash summer squash fruit star fruit fruit sunflower seed tamarind flower tamarind fruit tamarind leaf tamarind seed taro leaf taro root tarragon plant tea leaf thyme leaf thyme plant tomatillo fruit tomato fruit turmeric plant turmeric rhizome walnut black walnut nut walnut black walnut pericarp walnut english walnut nut watercress herb watermelon fruit watermelon seed wheat plant wheat seed yam mountain yam root yam wild yam root

Organoleptic

Organoleptic Notes	Odor and/or flavor descriptions from others (if found).
Odor	N/A
Flavor	N/A

AInsights BETA

FlavScents AInsights Entry for (-)-Riboflavin (CAS: 83-88-5)

1. Identity & Chemical Information

Common name(s): Riboflavin, Vitamin B2
IUPAC name: 7,8-dimethyl-10-(D-ribo-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentyl)benzo[g]pteridine-2,4-dione
CAS number: 83-88-5
FEMA number: Not applicable
Other identifiers: FL number 16.001
Molecular formula: C17H20N4O6
Molecular weight: 376.37 g/mol
Functional groups and structure–odor relevance: Riboflavin contains a pteridine ring system, which is crucial for its biological activity as a vitamin. It does not have a significant odor profile relevant to fragrance applications.

Citation hooks: FlavScents; PubChem; FEMA

2. Sensory Profile

Riboflavin is primarily recognized for its role as a vitamin rather than its sensory attributes. It has a slight bitter taste, which can be perceptible at higher concentrations. However, it does not contribute significantly to odor profiles in flavor or fragrance applications. Its sensory role is minimal, often overshadowed by its nutritional importance.

Citation hooks: FlavScents; peer-reviewed sensory literature

3. Natural Occurrence & Formation

Riboflavin is naturally found in a variety of foods, including milk, eggs, malted barley, liver, kidney, heart, and leafy vegetables. It is synthesized by plants and many microorganisms but not by higher animals, which must obtain it through their diet. Riboflavin can also be produced industrially through fermentation processes using microorganisms such as Ashbya gossypii.

Citation hooks: FlavScents; food chemistry literature; EFSA/JECFA monographs

4. Use in Flavors

Riboflavin is not typically used for its flavor properties but may be included in formulations for its nutritional benefits. It is often added to fortified foods and beverages. The typical use levels in food fortification are determined by nutritional guidelines rather than flavor impact, often ranging from 1 to 10 ppm depending on the product and regulatory requirements. Riboflavin is stable under normal processing conditions but can degrade under prolonged exposure to light.

Citation hooks: FlavScents; FEMA GRAS documentation; formulation literature

5. Use in Fragrances

Riboflavin is not commonly used in fragrance formulations due to its lack of significant odor properties. Its primary role in consumer products is as a vitamin supplement rather than a fragrance component. Therefore, it does not have a defined role in fragrance families or product types.

Citation hooks: FlavScents; IFRA; fragrance chemistry texts

6. Regulatory Status (Regional Overview)

United States: Riboflavin is recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA for use as a nutrient supplement.
European Union: Approved as a food additive (E101) and nutrient supplement under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008.
United Kingdom: Follows EU regulations post-Brexit, with riboflavin approved for similar uses.
Asia: Widely accepted as a food additive and nutrient supplement in countries like Japan and China.
Latin America: Generally recognized as safe and used in food fortification across the region.

Citation hooks: FEMA; EFSA; national authority publications

7. Toxicology, Safety & Exposure Considerations

Riboflavin is considered safe with a high margin of safety due to its water-solubility and rapid excretion. The ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake) is not specified, as it is generally regarded as safe at levels used in food fortification. Dermal exposure is not a concern due to its primary use as a dietary supplement. Inhalation exposure is negligible in typical consumer use scenarios.

Citation hooks: EFSA; FEMA; PubChem; toxicology literature

8. Practical Insights for Formulators

Riboflavin is valued for its nutritional benefits rather than sensory attributes. It is often used in conjunction with other vitamins in fortified foods and beverages. Formulators should be aware of its light sensitivity, which can lead to degradation and loss of efficacy. It is rarely overused due to its defined role and regulatory guidelines.

Citation hooks: FlavScents; industry practice

9. Confidence & Data Quality Notes

The data on riboflavin is well-established, particularly regarding its nutritional role and safety profile. Industry practices are well-documented, though specific sensory data is limited due to its primary use as a vitamin. Regulatory guidelines are clear and consistent across major markets.

Citation hooks: FlavScents

QA Check

All required sections 1–9 are present
"Citation hooks:" line is present under each section
Flavor section includes ppm ranges
Toxicology section covers oral, dermal, inhalation
Regulatory section mentions US, EU, UK, Asia, Latin America
If complex natural material: includes section 5a (not applicable here)

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