Dimethylglycine

CAS Number
1118-68-9
EC Number
214-267-8
Abbreviation
DMG

What is Dimethylglycine?

Dimethylglycine (CAS 1118-68-9), commonly abbreviated as DMG, is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative.

Where is Dimethylglycine used?

  • Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing: precursor compound and pH buffer in delivery systems
  • Tablet, capsule and liquid formulations requiring precise acid-base control
  • Cosmetic formulators: moisturizing creams, serums and skin-conditioning products
  • Personal care: humectant that supports water retention in the skin matrix
  • Biotechnology and cell culture: chelating agent that sequesters metal ions
  • Topical and oral healthcare formulations where controlled buffering capacity is a critical quality parameter
  • It functions as a buffering agent, chelator and humectant.

Commercial specifications

  • Pharmaceutical-grade (USP/BP-compliant) and technical-grade material
  • Bulk quantities in kilogram and metric-ton packaging

Other Names (Synonyms)

N,n-dimethylglycine zwitterion|Dimethyl glycine|2-(dimethylamino)acetic acid|N,n-dimethylglycine|DMG

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What are the physical properties of Dimethylglycine?

Melting Point 182-183 °C
Boiling Point 193.35°C (rough estimate)
Density 1 g/cm 3
Appearance white to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Color White to slightly yellow
Form Crystalline Powder
Water Solubility soluble
Refractive Index 1.4674 (estimate)

How is Dimethylglycine classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning
GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H302 H302

Precautionary Statements

P264 P264
P270 P270
P330 P330
P501 P501
P301+P317 P301+P317

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Dimethylglycine?

HS Code 29224999
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 3
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