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alpha-Methylcholine

Also known as 1-hydroxypropan-2-yl(trimethyl)azanium, 2-Propanaminium, 1-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, 1-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-2-aminium

CAS 21618-46-2Formula C6H16NO+Molar mass 118.20 g/mol
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alpha-Methylcholine chemical structure, C6H16NO+, CAS 21618-46-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
21618-46-2
Formula
C6H16NO+
Molar mass
118.20 g/mol
HS code
292390
Category
Amines and amides

What is alpha-Methylcholine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

alpha-Methylcholine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C6H16NO+ and a molar mass of 118.20 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 21618-46-2. The IUPAC name is 1-hydroxypropan-2-yl(trimethyl)azanium.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1-hydroxypropan-2-yl(trimethyl)azanium
CAS number
21618-46-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C6H16NO+
InChIKey
CQAUBRYQGMZJLY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H16NO/c1-6(5-8)7(2,3)4/h6,8H,5H2,1-4H3/q+1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(CO)[N+](C)(C)C

Synonyms

  • 1-hydroxypropan-2-yl(trimethyl)azanium
  • 2-Propanaminium, 1-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-
  • 1-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-2-aminium
  • (1-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)trimethylazanium
  • (2-Hydroxy-1-methyl-ethyl)-trimethyl-ammonium

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
118.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
118.1226 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.07calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
8calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
1calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code alpha-Methylcholine is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
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The HS code shown for alpha-Methylcholine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is alpha-Methylcholine?

alpha-Methylcholine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C6H16NO+ and a molar mass of 118.20 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 21618-46-2. The IUPAC name is 1-hydroxypropan-2-yl(trimethyl)azanium.

What is the CAS number of alpha-Methylcholine?

The CAS registry number of alpha-Methylcholine is 21618-46-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of alpha-Methylcholine?

The molecular formula of alpha-Methylcholine is C6H16NO+ and its molar mass is 118.20 g/mol.

What is alpha-Methylcholine used for?

Known uses and roles of alpha-Methylcholine include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is alpha-Methylcholine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for alpha-Methylcholine is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of alpha-Methylcholine?

alpha-Methylcholine is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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