Calcium Levulinate Dihydrate
Biomass-derived mineral source supporting pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and sustainable agriculture.
Calcium Levulinate Dihydrate (CAS No.: 5743-49-7) is a highly absorbable calcium salt of levulinic acid used across pharma, nutrition, cosmetics, and agriculture for efficient calcium delivery and functional performance.
Pharmaceutical & Veterinary Uses
- Treatment of calcium deficiency, osteoporosis, and related metabolic disorders.
- Used in oral tablets, syrups, and injectable formulations for rapid calcium replenishment.
- Veterinary formulations for milk fever, peri-parturient hypocalcaemia, and livestock bone health.
- Frequently combined with Vitamins D3 and B12 to enhance absorption and overall efficacy.
Nutraceutical & Food Uses
- Ingredient in dietary supplements and functional foods supporting bone, muscle, and metabolic health.
- Calcium fortifier for beverages, dairy products, sauces, and other fortified foods.
- Suited for preventive nutrition and long-term wellness formulations.
Cosmetic & Agricultural Uses
- In cosmetics: humectant, pH adjuster, and skin-conditioning agent for clean-label formulations.
- In agriculture: plant growth regulator and biostimulant improving nutrient uptake and crop yield.
- Compatible with sustainable and organic farming systems and next-generation agro-inputs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is calcium levulinate dihydrate used for?
Calcium levulinate dihydrate (CAS 5743-49-7) is used as a highly bioavailable calcium supplement in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, as a food fortification additive, as a pharmaceutical excipient in tablet and injectable calcium formulations, and in veterinary calcium therapy for hypocalcaemia.
What is the CAS number of calcium levulinate dihydrate?
The CAS number of calcium levulinate dihydrate is 5743-49-7. Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₄CaO₆·2H₂O, molecular weight: 306.32 g/mol.
Is calcium levulinate dihydrate better absorbed than calcium carbonate?
Calcium levulinate dihydrate is highly water-soluble, making it more readily absorbed than poorly soluble salts like calcium carbonate. Its high solubility allows use in injectable pharmaceutical solutions and liquid formulations where rapid calcium supplementation is required.
Where can I buy calcium levulinate dihydrate in India?
ChemSus Technologies Pvt Ltd supplies calcium levulinate dihydrate in India for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food industry use. Contact info@chemsus.in or +91 84868 77575 for pricing and CoA.