Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate) · Stable Vitamin B5 for Foods, Beverages & Nutrition

Key characteristics

• Chemical name: Calcium D-pantothenate (vitamin B5).
• Form: typically a white, almost white or slightly yellowish, crystalline or granular powder with neutral taste at typical inclusion levels.
• Solubility: freely soluble in water, enabling accurate dosing in premixes, instant powders and some liquid systems.
• Stability: good stability in dry, low-moisture products and premixes; sensitive to high temperature, low pH and prolonged storage in solution.
• Function: used to fortify foods, beverages and supplements with vitamin B5, help meet regulatory fortification targets and support energy metabolism claims.
• Form selection: calcium pantothenate is the standard vitamin B5 form for most food and supplement applications, while other vitamin B5 derivatives may be selected for specialised cosmetic or liquid uses.

Atlas supports R&D and fortification teams in designing vitamin B5 strategies, premix compositions and process conditions that balance nutritional goals, cost and product performance.

Indicative specification points

Final specifications are agreed for each project. Typical food and nutrition-grade calcium pantothenate parameters include:

• Assay: generally 98.0–101.0% calcium D-pantothenate (on dried basis).
• Identification tests: confirm pantothenate structure and calcium salt according to pharmacopeial or food-grade methods.
• Specific rotation and pH: monitored to ensure grade consistency and quality.
• Loss on drying: controlled for powder stability, flow and shelf life.
• Residue on ignition / sulphated ash: limited in line with specification and regulatory requirements.
• Particle size distribution and bulk density: selected for premix manufacturing, tabletting, encapsulation and instant powder performance.
• Heavy metals and related impurities: limited to meet food, nutrition and supplement standards.
• Microbiological profile: controlled in line with good manufacturing practice and the intended applications (including sensitive uses such as infant and medical nutrition where applicable).

Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and a detailed technical data sheet. Additional documentation (GMO status, allergens, dietary suitability, contaminants, origin, Halal/Kosher certifications) can be provided from approved producers.

Fortified foods, cereals & bakery

• Breakfast cereals and cereal bars – vitamin B5 added via premixes to deliver declared pantothenic acid levels per serving.
• Bakery products – breads, buns, biscuits and bakery mixes fortified as part of better-for-you concepts or broader enrichment programs.
• Instant cereals and porridges – children’s and family products formulated under strict nutritional guidelines in many markets.

Dairy & plant-based beverages

• Flavoured milks and drinking yogurts fortified with vitamin B5 through liquid or dry premixes.
• Plant-based drinks (e.g. oat, soy, almond beverages) enriched to mirror or complement the vitamin profile of dairy products.
• Ready-to-drink nutrition beverages – adult and senior nutrition concepts where B-complex vitamins, including pantothenic acid, support energy and vitality positioning.

Instant powders & nutrition blends

• Instant drink powders and nutrition shakes – vitamin B5 included within multi-vitamin/mineral premixes for convenient single-serve sticks, sachets and canisters.
• Meal-replacement and weight-management powders – pantothenic acid supports energy-yielding metabolism messaging when combined with other vitamins and minerals.
• Children’s and growing-up powders – vitamin B5 levels aligned with age-appropriate nutrition references and local regulations.

Infant, medical & sports nutrition

• Infant formulas and follow-on formulas – pantothenic acid is included in carefully designed nutrient systems, subject to specific regulatory frameworks.
• Medical and clinical nutrition – calcium pantothenate is part of enteral and oral nutrition products, where quality and documentation requirements are stringent.
• Sports nutrition – pre-workout, intra-workout and recovery products frequently include vitamin B5 in B-complex blends to support energy metabolism claims.

Dietary supplements & B-complex formulas

• Tablets and capsules – calcium pantothenate is compressed or encapsulated alone or as part of multivitamin, B-complex or energy formulas.
• Gummies, chewables and effervescent tablets – vitamin B5 is incorporated through specialised premixes, with attention to process temperature and moisture.
• Multi-dose powders and granules – pantothenic acid delivered in sachets, jars or stick packs for daily supplementation routines.

Formulation guidance

• Vitamin B5 dosage is driven by:
  • Regulatory minimum and maximum levels for the target category,
  • Desired on-pack nutrition and health claims,
  • Process and storage losses under actual manufacturing conditions.
• In premixes, attention should be paid to particle size matching, segregation risk and hygroscopicity to ensure homogeneous distribution at low inclusion rates.
• In liquid systems, stability can be influenced by pH, temperature, presence of reducing/oxidising agents and storage time; process sequencing and packaging (e.g. protection from light, oxygen) help preserve levels.
• Calcium pantothenate works synergistically with other B-group vitamins in many formulations; complete premix design helps balance target levels and cost-in-use.
• Regulatory teams must confirm legal status, authorised claims and labelling rules in each destination market and product category.

Quality & documentation

• Supplied as food or nutrition-grade vitamin B5 with agreed specifications for assay, impurities, particle size and physical properties.
• Each batch is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and a technical data sheet detailing key analytical parameters and methods.
• Additional documentation can include GMO status, allergen declarations, contaminants and heavy metal data, dietary suitability (e.g. vegetarian/vegan where applicable), BSE/TSE statements, origin and Halal/Kosher certificates, depending on the selected producer and grade.
• Manufacturing sites typically operate under recognised ISO and food safety management systems (e.g. HACCP, FSSC/ISO 22000), with further certifications available on request.
• Customers remain responsible for regulatory compliance, maximum use levels, enrichment rules, claim wording and label declarations in each destination market.

Packaging, storage & logistics

• Standard packaging: usually 25 kg fibre drums or cartons with inner liners to protect against moisture; alternative packaging formats can be evaluated for specific supply chains.
• Suitable for full-container or mixed-container shipments alongside other vitamins, sweeteners, acidulants, proteins and functional ingredients.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat, light and odour-intensive materials to maintain vitamin content and powder quality.
• Typical shelf life is defined in the product specification and on the COA; customers should verify vitamin B5 retention in their own processes and finished products through shelf-life studies.
• Shipments can be arranged under FOB, CFR, CIF or other agreed Incoterms, with export, customs and quality documentation coordinated from Ankara, Türkiye.

To receive a tailored offer, please share your intended applications (cereals, bakery, dairy or plant-based drinks, instant powders, infant/medical nutrition, sports products, supplements, etc.), target vitamin B5 level per serving, annual volume, packaging needs, documentation/certification requirements and destination markets. Our team will recommend suitable grades and premix concepts.