
CAS : 107-43-7
MDL : MFCD00012123
EINECS : 203-490-6
Other name :
(Carboxymethyl)trimethylammonium inner salt
Chemical Properties
Formula : (CH3)3NCH2CO2
Formula weight : 117.15
Melting Point : >300° dec.
Sensitivity : Hygroscopic. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Crystalline powder
Solubility : Soluble in water and methanol.
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).
Grade Specifications
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
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Other References :
Beilstein : 3537113Merck : 14,1179
| Pakage | 100g, 2500g, 500g |
|---|---|
| brand | Alfa Aesar |




