Description

Sarcosine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative, also known as N-methylglycine, with the CAS registry number 107-97-1. It serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in the synthesis of a wide range of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and personal care products. This high-purity compound is essential for manufacturers in the biotech, cosmetic, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their formulations and processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material in the synthesis of antibiotics, enzyme inhibitors, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a component in cell culture media, buffers, and as a substrate in metabolic studies.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a foaming agent, hair conditioning agent, and skin moisturizer in shampoos, cleansers, and lotions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Industrial Surfactants: Serves as a precursor for the manufacture of amphoteric surfactants like cocamidopropyl betaine.
• Food & Feed Additives: Potential application as a dietary supplement and feed additive.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sarcosine
CAS No.	107-97-1
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight	89.09 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methylglycine; (Methylamino)acetic Acid; Sarcosin; Sarkosin; Glycine, N-methyl-; 2-(Methylamino)acetic Acid; Methylaminoethanoic Acid; NSC 6431
EINECS	203-538-6

Quality Control

Our Sarcosine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.