Betaine hydrochloride

Cas 590-46-5

Betaine hydrochloride Cas 590-46-5

Chemical Properties Of Betaine hydrochloride Cas 590-46-5

  • Betaine hydrochloride (MF: C₅H₁₂ClNO₂, MW: 153.61), also known as betaine hydrochloride or trimethylglycine hydrochloride, is a salt compound formed by betaine (trimethylaminoethanol) and hydrochloric acid. It appears as a white to pale yellow crystalline powder and is hygroscopic. It occurs naturally in plants such as sugar beets and spinach, but is primarily produced synthetically on an industrial scale, with a purity typically ≥98%. As a methyl donor, it provides methyl groups during metabolism and participates in various biochemical reactions within the body.

Product Description Of Betaine hydrochloride Cas 590-46-5

Item Specification
Melting point 241–242 °C (lit.)
Boiling point N/A
Density 1.29 [at 20 °C]
Vapor pressure 0 Pa at 25 °C
Flash point N/A
Solubility Easily soluble in water (50 mg/mL) and ethanol; sparingly soluble in diethyl ether and chloroform.

Product Application Of Betaine hydrochloride Cas 590-46-5

  1. Feed Additive: Appetite stimulant and growth promoter for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture; regulates osmotic pressure; improves fat metabolism; enhances stress resistance
  2. Food Additive: Nutritional fortifier and acidity regulator; betaine hydrochloride is used in baking, meat products, beverages, etc., to enhance flavor and extend shelf life
  3. Pharmaceuticals and Health Products: Gastric acid supplement (to alleviate indigestion), liver protectant, cardiovascular health product, methyl donor supplement
  4. Cosmetic Ingredients: Humectant, penetration enhancer; betaine hydrochloride is used in skincare and hair care products to enhance the skin’s ability to retain moisture
  5. Industrial Applications: Organic synthesis intermediate, electroplating additive, drilling fluid additive; improves the effectiveness of metal surface treatment
Packaging Method Of Betaine hydrochloride Cas 590-46-5
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