Folate

from source

C19H19N7O6 · 441.4 g/mol

folic acid · pteroyl-L-glutamic acid · PGA · PteGlu

What is Folate?

Vitamin B9, needed to build DNA. It is added to flour in many countries because a shortage early in pregnancy causes neural tube defects. Found in leafy greens, bread, and breakfast cereal. from source

CategoryNutrient

Chemical familyCarboxylic Acids Amines Aromatics Amides

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Fig. 1 · 2D structure RDKit

SMILESC1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)N[C@@H](CCC(=O)O)C(=O)O)NCC2=CN=C3C(=N2)C(=O)NC(=N3)N

Where you'll find it

Leafy greenswhat else is in it →Breadwhat else is in it →Breakfast cerealwhat else is in it →

Curated by MoleculeFinder from source

Toxicity & hazards

Toxicity · LD50

85 mg/kg · moderately toxic · LD50 mouse other from source

3 more reported values

120 mg/kgLD50 · iv · guinea pig
410 mg/kgLD50 · iv · rabbit
500 mg/kgLD50 · iv · rat

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Sources & methodology

PubChem CID: 135398658
Wikidata: Q127060
Structure: PubChem → RDKit
LD50: PubChem
Similar molecules: MoleculeFinder fingerprint similarity
Everyday relationships: MoleculeFinder editorial curation
Data refreshed: October 19, 2026

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