Choline Dihydrogen Citrate

General Information

Name: Choline Dihydrogen Citrate

Chemical Name: 2-hydroxyethyl – trimethyl-ammonium citrate

CAS No.: 77-91-8

EINECS：201-068-6

Molecular Formula:C11H21NO8

Molecular Weight: 295.27

Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Appearance:White crystalline powder

Odor:odorless or faint characteristic odor

Melting Point:103 – 108ºC

Bulk Density:0.55-0.70g/mL

Solubility: 360g/100g,water 25ºC

Product Specification

Assay:98.0-101.0% d.s.

pH(10% solution ):3.5-4.5

Loss on dry:max 0.25%

Residue on ignition:max 0.05%

*Only selected data is represented here, for a full set of specifications we refer to our Specifications sheet.

Product Applications

Choline Dihydrogen Citrate is formed when choline is combined with citrate acid. This increases its bioavailability, making it easier to absorb and more effective. Choline dihydrogen citrate is one of the more popular choline sources as it is more economical than other choline sources. It is considered a cholinergic compound as it increases levels of acetylcholine within the brain.

It is used in many fields like:

Maintain a healthy balance of choline.

Pharmaceutical uses: Hepatic protector and anti-stress preparations.

Multivitamin complexes, and energy and sport drinks ingredient.