Description

Choline 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoate is a specialized salt formed from choline and 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid (gentisic acid). This compound is valued for its potential to enhance the bioavailability and stability of the active moiety while providing the metabolic benefits associated with choline. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries for use in advanced formulation development, particularly where improved solubility and targeted delivery are critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block or salt form in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Utilized in formulations designed for cognitive support, liver health, and metabolic function, leveraging the choline component.
• Cosmeceuticals: Incorporated into advanced skincare products for its antioxidant properties derived from the gentisate moiety.
• Research & Development: Used in biochemical and pharmacological research to study cholinergic systems and antioxidant mechanisms.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Applied in animal health products for nutritional and therapeutic purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Choline 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	93857-07-9
Molecular Formula	C12H19NO5
Molecular Weight	257.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Choline Gentisate; 2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium 2,5-dihydroxybenzoate; Gentisic Acid Choline Salt; (2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium 2,5-dihydroxybenzoate; Choline 2,5-DHB; Ethanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, salt with 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Choline 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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