General
Synonyms: Trimethylaminoacetic acid; 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-methanaminium hydroxide, (carboxymethyl)trimethylammonium hydroxide inner salt, Abromine, trimethylbetaine glycine, glycylbetaine, oxyneurine, trimethylglycine,
Use: gastrointestinal and cardiovascular drug
Molecular formula: C5H11NO2
CAS No: 107-43-7
Appearance: solid
Melting point: >300 C (decomposes)
Stability
Stable. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Toxicology
May act as a skin or respiratory irritant.
Toxicity data
IVN-MUS LD50 830 mg kg-1
Personal protection
Minimize contact.
