Description

Homocholine is a high-purity choline derivative and a key biochemical intermediate. This compound is essential for research and synthesis in life sciences, offering a reliable building block for advanced chemical and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and studying biochemical pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty drugs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzymology, and neuroscience research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for developing advanced crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex organic molecules, including specialty surfactants and ligands.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Can be utilized in the formulation of diagnostic kits and assays for clinical and research laboratories.
• Nutritional Supplement Research: Investigated for potential applications in advanced nutraceutical and cholinergic supplement formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Homocholine
CAS No.	10238-59-2
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO2
Molecular Weight	133.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium hydroxide inner salt; Homocholine base; 2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium hydroxide inner salt; Ethanol, 2-(trimethylammonio)-, hydroxide, inner salt; N,N,N-Trimethyl-2-hydroxyethylammonium hydroxide inner salt; Trimethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium hydroxide inner salt; BETAINE, HOMO-; 2-Hydroxyethyltrimethylammonium hydroxide
EINECS	233-593-1

Quality Control

Our Homocholine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including testing against established in-house specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request, supporting your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.