Molekula
Betaine hydrochloride
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Betaine hydrochloride is a crystalline compound used as a stabilizer, pH adjuster, and source of betaine in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nutritional supplements. It is a white to off-white powder with a molecular formula of C5H11NO2·HCl, a molecular weight of 153.61 g/mol, and a CAS number of 590-46-5. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with care due to its warning signal word. Molekula supplies Betaine hydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 kg — $97.60 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal powder |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.001% |
| pH | 0.8 - 1.2 (10% in water) |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | 98.0% - 100.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.2% |
| Particle Size | 100% pass 20 mesh |
| Total Coliforms | ≤ 30MPN/100g |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.002% |
| Total Bacteria Count | ≤ 1000cfu/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 39890171 |
| CAS Number | 590-46-5 |
| IUPAC Name | carboxymethyl(trimethyl)azanium chloride |
| EC Number | 209-683-1 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)3N+CH2COOH · Cl- |
| Molecular Weight | 153.61 |
| Exact Mass | 153.0557 |
| SMILES | C[N+](C)(C)CC(=O)O.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | HOPSCVCBEOCPJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H11NO2.ClH/c1-6(2,3)4-5(7)8;/h4H2,1-3H3;1H |
| PubChem CID | 11545 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2923.90.01.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (Carboxymethyl)trimethylammonium chloride
- Achylin
- Acidol pepsin
- Acinorm
- Acipepsol
- Betaine chloride
- Betaine HCl
- Betainum muriaticum
- Hydrochloride, Betaine
- Pluchine
Frequently asked questions
What is Betaine hydrochloride used for?
Betaine hydrochloride is commonly used as a methyl donor in biochemical research and as a stabilizer in pharmaceutical formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Betaine hydrochloride?
The formula is C5H11NO2·HCl with a molecular weight of 153.61 g/mol.
How should Betaine hydrochloride be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of Betaine hydrochloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Betaine hydrochloride in research grade.
Can Molekula supply Betaine hydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Betaine hydrochloride in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a Betaine hydrochloride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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