Sarcosine

Sarcosine (CAS 107-97-1), also known as N-methylglycine, is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative.

Where is Sarcosine used?

• Personal care: key building block for sarcosinates, the mild foam-boosting surfactants in shampoos, facial cleansers and toothpaste
• Pharmaceuticals: pH buffering component and synthetic intermediate in API production
• Food and nutrition: source of the N-methyl amino acid backbone in specialty nutritional compounds
• Research and nutraceutical producers source it as a reference standard.
• It is used as a functional ingredient in cognitive health and metabolic support product development.

Good to know: Grades include technical, USP, Ph. Eur. and FCC. High-purity and food-grade specifications meet safety and quality requirements.

Commercial specifications

• USP and Ph. Eur. grades for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use