Betaine
Betaine, a trimethylated glycine derivative, is a research compound studied for its role as a methyl donor and osmolyte. Its applications include research into cardiovascular health, metabolic syndrome, and body composition, with studies conducted in both cellular and animal models to investigate mechanisms related to protein synthesis and lipid metabolism.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
107-43-7
Product Name Alternative
Endogenous Metabolite, Betaine, Abromine, lycine, oxyneurine, glycine betaine, EndogenousMetabolite, trimethylglycine
Field of Research
Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
98.00% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
Methanol:0.1 g/mL; DMSO:5 mg/mL (42.68 mM) ; H2O:50 mg/mL (426.8 mM)
Smiles
C ([N+] (C) (C) C) C ([O-]) =O
Molecular Formula
C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight
117.15
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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