Choline Chloride

CAS# 67-48-1

Product Description

Choline Chloride is a crucial nutrient that plays significant roles in animal and human health, particularly in liver function, brain development, and muscle movement. 

Product:

Choline Chloride

CAS:

67-48-1

Synonym:

Hepacholine; (2-Hydroxyethyl)trimethylammonium chloride

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

Colorless to white powder

Density

1.0238 g/cm3

Melting point

302-305 °C

Molecular Weight

139.62

Purity

≥98%

Refractive index

1.5400

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Choline Chloride used in many
industry applications

Choline Chloride is a crucial nutrient that plays significant roles in animal and human health, particularly in liver function, brain development, and muscle movement. It is extensively used in the following applications:

  1. Animal Feed Additive: Primarily used as a supplement in animal feed to promote growth and maintain health in poultry, swine, ruminants, and aquatic animals. It aids in preventing conditions like fatty liver syndrome and enhances overall animal performance.
  2. Human Nutrition: Incorporated into dietary supplements and health products to support cognitive function, nerve signaling, and liver health.
  3. Agriculture: Used as a plant growth regulator and to enhance stress resistance in crops, contributing to better yield and plant health.
  4. Industrial Uses: Employed in the production of quaternary ammonium compounds, which serve as intermediates for textile finishes, corrosion inhibitors, and as components in hydraulic fracturing fluids.
  5. Aquaculture: Added to the diets of fish and shrimp to improve growth rates, feed efficiency, and overall health, thereby supporting sustainable aquaculture practices.
  6. Pharmaceuticals: It is involved in the formulation of drugs aimed at improving memory, treating liver disorders, and managing neurological diseases.
  7. Research Applications: Used in laboratory research to study the role of choline in metabolism, neurodevelopment, and disease mechanisms.