Coco-Betaine

Description

Coco-Betaine · CAS 107-97-1 · C3H7NO2. UNII Z711V88R5F. Melting Point: 208 °C; Solubility: 300.0 mg/mL; Vapor Pressure: 0.00000017 [mmHg].

Identification

CAS Registry Number	107-97-1
PubChem CID	1088
Molecular formula	C3H7NO2
IUPAC name	2-(methylamino)acetic acid
UNII (FDA)	Z711V88R5F

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	89.09
XLogP3	-2.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	2
Exact Mass	89.047678466
Monoisotopic Mass	89.047678466
Topological Polar Surface Area	49.3
Heavy Atom Count	6
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	208 °C
Solubility	300.0 mg/mL
Vapor Pressure	0.00000017 [mmHg]
LogP	-2.78

Physical description & handling notes

• Deliquescent crystals or powder. Has a sweetish taste. (NTP, 1992)
• Deliquescent solid; [Merck Index] Cream-colored hygroscopic solid; [NTP] White odorless crystalline powder; Hygroscopic; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
• Solid
• 406 °F (Decomposes) (NTP, 1992)
• greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 61 °F (NTP, 1992)
• 5.6 [ug/mL] (The mean of the results at pH 7.4)

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Cocoyl Sarcosine) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Personal care product CIR / INCI: Surfactant; Skin conditioning; Cleansing
GHS notification summary	98.7% (149 / 151)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	98.7% (149 / 151)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: Cocoyl Sarcosine
• Used as an intermediate in synthesis of toothpaste antienzyme agents; [Merck Index] An amino acid intermediate in the metabolism of choline. [ChemIDplus] Used to make antienzyme agents for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals; [NTP]
• Acyl sarcosines are used as hair-conditioning agents and surfactant-cleansing agents in cosmetics, as well as to improve wetting and penetration of topical pharmaceutical products. Acyl sarcosines and their sodium salts are also used in the metal finishing and processing industries for their crystal modifying, anti-rust, and anti-corrosion properties. (A2881)
• Sarcosine can be used as a cognitive enhancer and to treat schizophrenia.
• Cosmetics -> Surfactant; Skin conditioning; Cleansing
• Information on 14 consumer products that contain Cocobetaine in the following categories is provided:

Synonyms

sarcosine; 107-97-1; N-methylglycine; 2-(methylamino)acetic acid; Sarcosinic acid; Methylglycine; Glycine, N-methyl-; N-Methylaminoacetic acid; Methylaminoacetic acid; (Methylamino)acetic acid; Sarcosin; (Methylamino)ethanoic acid; Acetic acid, (methylamino)-; (methylamino)acetate; DTXSID1047025; CHEBI:15611

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Coco-Betaine?

CAS 107-97-1; molecular formula C3H7NO2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Coco-Betaine known by?

sarcosine, 107-97-1, N-methylglycine, 2-(methylamino)acetic acid, Sarcosinic acid, Methylglycine.

What is the regulatory status of Coco-Betaine?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS; CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Cocoyl Sarcosine) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review); CIR / INCI: Personal care product.

Is Coco-Betaine classified as hazardous?

98.7% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (149 of 151).

What are the key physical properties of Coco-Betaine?

Melting Point: 208 °C; Solubility: 300.0 mg/mL; Vapor Pressure: 0.00000017 [mmHg]; LogP: -2.78.

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