Creatine
CAS Number57-00-1
FormulaH2NC(=NH)N(CH3)CH2CO2H
Mol. Weight131.13 g/mol
Creatine
What is Creatine?
Creatine is a chemical compound with CAS number 57-00-1 and molecular formula H2NC(=NH)N(CH3)CH2CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Creatine (Cr) and phosphocreatine (PCr) are involved with rapid ATP production primarily in skeletal muscle tissue via the action of creatine kinase(s). Creatine may be used as a supplement to study its uptake mechanism and metabolism of action.
Specifications
Linear Formula
H2NC(=NH)N(CH3)CH2CO2H
Molecular Weight
131.13 g/mol
Grade
anhydrous
Assay/Purity
≥99.0% (NT)
Impurities
≤0.5% water
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
~295 °C (dec.)
EC Number
200-306-6
WGK Germany
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