Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Betaine, anhydrous, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B24397.36
500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Betaine, anhydrous, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B24397.36
500 g, Each
Quantity
Catalog number: B24397.36
also known as B24397-36
Price (EUR)
Quantity
-

Chemical Identifiers

CAS
107-43-7
IUPAC Name
2-(trimethylazaniumyl)acetate
Molecular Formula
C5H11NO2
InChI Key
KWIUHFFTVRNATP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
C[N+](C)(C)CC([O-])=O
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥97.5 to ≤102.5% (non-U.S. sourced material)
Assay from Supplier's CofA
≥97.5% (U.S. sourced material)
Comment
Material sourced in US and in other countries
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms (non-U.S. sourced material)
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
≤2% (non-U.S. sourced material)

Description

Betaine is an active ingredient in toothpaste to control the symptoms of dryness of the mouth. It is used to treat homocystinuria, which is a defect in the major pathway of methionine biosynthesis. It is also used for boosting the immune system and for improving athletic performance. It is helpful to prevent noncancerous tumors in the colon (colorectal adenomas).

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Betaine is an active ingredient in toothpaste to control the symptoms of dryness of the mouth. It is used to treat homocystinuria, which is a defect in the major pathway of methionine biosynthesis. It is also used for boosting the immune system and for improving athletic performance. It is helpful to prevent noncancerous tumors in the colon (colorectal adenomas).

Solubility
Soluble in water and methanol.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Store in cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

Figures

Documents & Downloads

Certificates

    Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

    Citations & References

    Search citations by name, author, journal title or abstract text

    Safety and Handling


    Not Hazardous

    Not Hazardous