Betaine monohydrate

CAS: 590-47-6

Ref. 3D-FB31874

Product Information

• Name: Betaine monohydrate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Betaine is a group P2 compound that is an organic acid. It has been shown to improve the performance of polymerases, which are enzymes in cells that are responsible for synthesizing DNA. Betaine also helps with energy metabolism and in the synthesis of fatty acids. This compound can be found in plants and animals, as well as being manufactured synthetically. The melting point of betaine is between -6°C (21.2°F) and -13°C (8.6°F). When this compound is dissolved in water, it undergoes a phase transition from a solid state to a liquid state at its melting point. The boiling point of betaine is between 148°C (300.4°F) and 149°C (301.2°F). Betaine interacts with other molecules through hydrogen bonding interactions or by forming an acid-complex with sodium carbonate or malonic acid.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 135.16 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₁₁NO₂·H₂O
• Color/Form: White Powder