Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
NA
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Betaine HCl, chemically defined as Trimethylglycine Hydrochloride, is synthesized via quaternization of glycine with methyl chloride. Its molecular formula is C5H12ClNO2 and CAS number is 1079-84-9. This white crystalline powder serves as a potent acidifying agent and osmolyte in industrial formulations.
Store in cool, dry environments away from moisture to prevent caking. Avoid inhalation of dust; wear PPE including gloves and goggles during handling. Clinical use requires strict dosage adherence to prevent gastrointestinal irritation.