Biotin Dicalcium Phosphate

Biotin

Combined vitamin B7 and mineral supplement for metabolic and structural support

Part of Biotin vitamin
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Typical dose

Typically 2,500-10,000 mcg (2.5-10 mg) of biotin...

Oral Oral safety: harmless

About this supplement

Biotin Dicalcium Phosphate is a stable, water-soluble complex combining biotin (vitamin B7) with dicalcium phosphate (a calcium salt of phosphoric acid). This specific chemical form serves as a dual-purpose ingredient in dietary supplements, providing both the essential vitamin biotin and supplemental calcium and phosphorus minerals. The complex enhances stability compared to free biotin and improves mineral bioavailability. Biotin functions as a coenzyme for carboxylase enzymes involved in fatty acid synthesis, gluconeogenesis, and amino acid metabolism. Dicalcium phosphate acts as a source of calcium and phosphorus for bone health and cellular functions. This combination is particularly used in formulations targeting hair, skin, nail health, and bone support.

How much to take

Typical amount
Typically 2,500-10,000 mcg (2.5-10 mg) of biotin component daily, providing corresponding amounts of calcium and phosphorus. Often found in multivitamin or hair/skin/nail formulations.
Suggested range
30-10,000 mcg daily (biotin component); calcium and phosphorus content varies with complex ratio

Potential benefits

Benefits linked to this supplement form:

Skin Health

Research strength: Moderate

 Hair Growth

Research strength: Strong

 Nail Strength

Research strength: Strong

 Corrects Biotin Deficiency

Research strength: Very strong

 Supports Keratin Infrastructure

Research strength: Strong

 Improves Brittle Nails

Research strength: Moderate

 Essential Metabolic Functions

Research strength: Very strong

 Hair, Skin, and Nail Support

Research strength: Moderate

 Energy Metabolism Support

Research strength: Very strong

 Bone Mineral Support

Research strength: Strong

 Nutritional Deficiency Correction

Research strength: Strong

Things to watch for

Possible side effects linked to this form:

Acne

How serious: Mild

 Lab Test Interference

How serious: Moderate

 Gastrointestinal Discomfort

How serious: low

 Laboratory Test Interference

How serious: high

 Generally Well-Tolerated

How serious: low

 Mineral Imbalance Risk

How serious: low

Health goals

Needs and goals this form may help with:

Other forms of Biotin

Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:

d-Biotin

Essential B-vitamin for metabolism, energy, and healthy hair, skin & nails.
Liposomal Biotin

Liposomal form may enhance absorption compared to standard biotin.
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Technical details â–¼

Formula

C10H16N2O3S·CaHPO4 (complex representation)

Physical properties

Typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. Odorless. Soluble in water (biotin component is water-soluble; dicalcium phosphate has limited solubility). Stable under normal storage conditions. Hygroscopic potential varies with exact formulation.

How it’s made

Produced synthetically through chemical complexation of synthetic biotin (typically manufactured via chemical synthesis starting from fumaric acid or other precursors) with pharmaceutical-grade dicalcium phosphate (produced by reacting calcium carbonate with phosphoric acid). The process involves controlled precipitation or co-processing to form a stable, homogeneous complex.