Phytin, also known as Calcium Phytate, is a calcium salt of phytic acid. Phytin is a strong chelator (complexing agent) of important minerals such as calcium, iron. In nature, it functions as storage for phosphorus in plants, especially in the hulls of nuts and seeds.
MedKoo Cat#: 577867
Name: Phytin
CAS#: 76466-13-2
Chemical Formula: C6H6Ca5MgO24P6
Exact Mass: 871.5655
Molecular Weight: 872.63
Elemental Analysis: C, 8.26; H, 0.69; Ca, 22.96; Mg, 2.79; O, 44.00; P, 21.30
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 872.63 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
