Description

Betaine Monohydrate is a high-purity, naturally occurring organic compound, also known as trimethylglycine monohydrate. It serves as a highly effective methyl donor and osmolyte, playing a crucial role in biochemical processes and industrial formulations. This versatile ingredient is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, and animal feed industries seeking a reliable, high-quality source of betaine.

Application

• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Formulations: Used as a methyl donor in liver health supplements and homocysteine regulation products.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Incorporated into sports nutrition and health drinks for its osmoregulatory properties.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a moisturizing agent and skin protectant in creams, lotions, and haircare products due to its hygroscopic nature.
• Animal Nutrition (Feed Additive): Enhances feed efficiency, supports metabolism, and helps livestock manage osmotic stress.
• Biochemical Research & Diagnostics: Utilized as a standard or reagent in various enzymatic and metabolic studies.
• Industrial Applications: Functions as a stabilizer or intermediate in certain chemical synthesis processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Betaine Monohydrate
CAS No.	590-47-6
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2 · H2O
Molecular Weight	135.16 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Trimethylglycine Monohydrate; Glycine Betaine Monohydrate; (Carboxymethyl)trimethylammonium Hydroxide Inner Salt Monohydrate; Oxyneurine Monohydrate; Lycine; TMG Monohydrate; Betaine Hydrate
EINECS	209-684-2 (Anhydrous)

Quality Control

Our Betaine Monohydrate is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. We offer grades suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and technical applications, with specifications that can meet FCC, USP, and other relevant pharmacopoeial standards. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) to ensure traceability and compliance with your specific requirements.

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) and must be kept in its original, sealed packaging until use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	11.0 - 15.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0

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