Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine Hydrochloride CAS 58-56-0

1. Vitamin B6 is essential for normal brain development and for maintaining a healthy nervous and immune system, and is used to treat and prevent deficiency caused by conditions such as kidney disease or malabsorption syndromes .
2. Pyridoxine hydrochloride CAS 58-56-0 is clinically used to reduce the severity of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, and is also effective in treating certain genetic conditions such as pyridoxine-dependent convulsions and pyridoxine-responsive anemia .
3. In diagnostic applications, vitamin B6 supplementation (e.g., 20 mg/day for 2 days) is used as a challenge test to identify carriers of ALPL gene mutations associated with hypophosphatasia, demonstrating high sensitivity (100%) and specificity (96%) for diagnosis .
4. As a research reagent, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) is used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry, in cell culture media formulations, and in studies investigating amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis .

1. Vitamin B6 powder must be stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment; it is stable for up to 3 years at -20°C or 2 years at 4°C, and should be protected from light as it is light-sensitive .
2. Pyridoxine hydrochloride CAS 58-56-0 should be kept away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases to prevent decomposition .
3. Personnel must wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles with side-shields, and protective clothing when handling Vitamin B6, ensuring adequate ventilation in work areas .
4. For research use only, Vitamin B6 is not intended for clinical diagnosis or treatment in laboratory settings; it is considered non-hazardous for transport (DOT, IATA, IMDG) .

1. Isolate the spill area, ensure adequate ventilation, and wear full personal protective equipment including chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and suitable dust respirator when Vitamin B6 is released .
2. Collect Pyridoxine hydrochloride CAS 58-56-0 by sweeping or vacuuming without creating dust using non-sparking tools; for solutions, absorb with finely-powdered liquid-binding materials such as diatomite or universal binders .
3. Avoid creating dust clouds during cleanup to prevent respiratory exposure; decontaminate surfaces and equipment by scrubbing with alcohol .
4. Dispose of collected material according to local, state, and federal environmental regulations; keep the product away from drains or water courses .

1. Vitamin B6 is not classified as highly flammable but may decompose under fire conditions, emitting irritant fumes .
2. Use water spray, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish fires involving the product .
3. Firefighters Pyridoxine hydrochloride CAS 58-56-0 should wear self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH approved, and full protective gear when handling burning Vitamin B6 due to hazardous decomposition gases generated by thermal decomposition .
4. During combustion, may emit irritant and toxic fumes; contain fire runoff to prevent environmental contamination .