Betaine Aldehyde Chloride
(Formylmethyl)trimethylammonium chloride.
- CAS
- 11067-82-6
- Sectors
- Pharma & Healthcare, Home Care & Industrial Cleaning
Betaine Aldehyde Chloride (CAS 11067-82-6) is the stable salt form of the betaine aldehyde cation, a high-purity reagent supplied as a white crystalline solid and used mainly as a reference standard for metabolic profiling and clinical research, and as a building block for cationic pharmaceutical agents and specialized surfactants. This Specialty Chemical provides the necessary ionic stability for use in aqueous biochemical assays. Commercially, it is valued for its specific reactivity in the development of enzyme inhibitors and diagnostic kits. Its white crystalline form ensures consistent dosing and solubility for sensitive laboratory applications.
Betaine Aldehyde Chloride
Applications
- Standardization: Used as a calibration standard for the quantification of choline metabolites in biological fluids.
- Enzymology: Serves as a direct substrate for measuring the kinetics of betaine aldehyde dehydrogenase.
- Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a cationic intermediate for the preparation of modified glycine derivatives.
Safety & Risks
Classified as a Corrosive Substance and Strong Irritant. It may cause Severe Skin Burns and eye damage. Handling requires Chemical-Resistant Gloves and Full Face Protection.
Packaging
Available in small-scale laboratory packaging such as 500mg, 1g, and 10g moisture-sealed containers.