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Choline

SKU 90038269 CAS 62-49-7 Available on enquiry

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Choline is a vital nutrient and chemical intermediate used primarily in biochemical research and the formulation of nutritional supplements. This compound is identified by CAS number 62-49-7 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Choline from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90038269
CAS Number: 62-49-7
IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxyethyl(trimethyl)azanium
EC Number: 200-535-1
Exact Mass: 104.1075
SMILES: C[N+](C)(C)CCO
InChIKey: OEYIOHPDSNJKLS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C5H14NO/c1-6(2,3)4-5-7/h7H,4-5H2,1-3H3/q+1
PubChem CID: 305

Synonyms

(2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium
2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium
2-hydroxyethyl(trimethyl)azanium
Bilineurine
Choline cation
Choline ion
Cholinum
Ethanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-
trimethylethanolamine
vitamin J

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 302 - 303 °C (chloride salt)
Boiling Point: 113 °C

Source: PubChem CID 305 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), DrugBank)

Frequently asked questions

What is Choline used for?

Choline is primarily used as a vital nutrient and dietary supplement, serving as a precursor for the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and playing a key role in lipid metabolism.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Choline?

Choline is the (2-hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium cation, with the chemical formula C5H14NO+ and a molecular weight of approximately 104.17 g/mol.

How should Choline be stored?

Choline should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, ideally under inert gas, as it is hygroscopic.

What grade of Choline is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity levels and grades available for your specific application requirements.

Can Molekula supply Choline in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Choline in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full traceability and compliance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.