Molekula
Choline chloride
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Choline chloride is a water-soluble compound used as a nutritional supplement and emulsifier in animal feed, pharmaceuticals, and food products. It serves as a source of choline, essential for liver function and cell membrane integrity. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 67-48-1, molecular formula (CH3)3N(Cl)CH2CH2OH, and molecular weight of 139.62 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperatures, it carries a warning signal word due to potential irritant properties. Molekula supplies choline chloride 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 — £49.70 per pack ex VAT · £59.64 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥ 98.0% |
| Water | ≤2.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Single Impurity | ≤0.3% |
| Total plate count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.05% |
| Total Impurities | ≤2.0% |
| pH (10% sol.) | 4.0 - 7.0 |
| 1,4-Dioxane | ≤10ppm |
| Total Amines | ≤10ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.3ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤100cfu/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Melting Point | 305 °C |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water |
Source: PubChem CID 6209 (HSDB, ICSC, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18337252 |
| CAS Number | 67-48-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-hydroxyethyl(trimethyl)azanium chloride |
| EC Number | 200-655-4 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)3N(Cl)CH2CH2OH |
| Molecular Weight | 139.62 |
| Exact Mass | 139.0764 |
| SMILES | C[N+](C)(C)CCO.[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | SGMZJAMFUVOLNK-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H14NO.ClH/c1-6(2,3)4-5-7;/h7H,4-5H2,1-3H3;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 6209 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2923100000 |
| Tariff Code | 2923100000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- 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
- (2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium chloride
- 2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium chloride
- Biocolina
- Choline hydrochloride
- Hepacholine
- Hormocline
- Lipotril
- Luridin chloride
- Neocolina
- Paresan
Frequently asked questions
What is choline chloride used for?
Choline chloride is commonly used as a nutritional supplement in animal feed and as a source of choline in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of choline chloride?
The formula is (CH3)3N(Cl)CH2CH2OH with a molecular weight of 139.62 g/mol.
How should choline chloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade of choline chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies choline chloride in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply choline chloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply choline chloride in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a choline chloride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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