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Betaine, anhydrous, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
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).
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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.
Specifications
| Melting Point | >300°C (decomposition) |
| Assay Percent Range | 0.98 |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Beilstein | 3537113 |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Merck Index | 14,1179 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water and methanol. |
| Formula Weight | 117.15 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Betaine, anhydrous |
Safety and Handling
| EINECSNumber | 203-490-6 |
| RTECSNumber | DS5900000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| storageNote1 | Hygroscopic |
| Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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