Taurine
- CAS Number
- 107-35-7
- HSN Code
- 29211990
- Molecular Formula
- C2H7NO3S
- Catalogue Number
- AL4445
- Purity
- 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 125.15 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Taurine is an amino sulfonic acid that is the 2-amino derivative of ethanesulfonic acid. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derived from methionine and cysteine metabolism.
Also known as 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4445
- CAS Number
- 107-35-7
- Molecular Formula
- C2H7NO3S
- Molecular Weight
- 125.15 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29211990
- Grade
- For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 325 °C (decomposes); Density: Density = 1.7 g/cu cm; Solubility: In water, 94.9 g/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless crystals
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 25 gm glass bottle, 100 gm glass bottle, 1 Kg glass bottle
- Storage
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Taurine
- Catalogue No.
- AL4445
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 107-35-7
- EC Number
- 203-483-8
- Grade
- For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- Not applicable
- Chemical Formula
- C2H7NO3S
- HSN Code
- 29211990
- Synonyms
- 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in biochemical research and synthesis applications
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 1123 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Precautionary statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Taurine
- CAS No.
- 107-35-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- No specific symptoms expected under normal handling conditions.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Non-flammable; however, combustion may produce toxic fumes.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment and dispose of waste according to local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Not required under normal conditions of use.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Neutral (approximately 7)
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 325 °C (decomposes)
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 330°C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not applicable
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- Density = 1.7 g/cu cm
- Solubility
- In water, 94.9 g/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Taurine (three batches, stored in polyethylene sealed bags) was demonstrated to have a shelf-life of 36 months at 25 geg C. Shelf-life was measured under accelerated conditions at 40 °C and no loss was observed for six months (three batches).
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of SOx and NOx.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rats oral >7000 mg/kg bw; LD50 Mice sc 6000 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not applicable
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Taurine is extensively used in the pharmaceutical and nutritional supplement industries. It serves as a reference standard in nutritional-supplement research, particularly in studies related to its role in osmoregulation and bile-acid metabolism. Additionally, taurine is utilized in the formulation of energy drinks and dietary supplements due to its purported benefits in enhancing exercise performance and recovery. Its applications extend to veterinary medicine, where it is used in pet food formulations to support cardiovascular health and overall well-being.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL2561A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 125.15 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | White crystalline powder | White crystalline powder |
| Assay | 99 %w/w min | 99.18 %w/w |
| Melting point | 328 - 329 0C | 328.2°C |
| pH (0.5 M in water) | 4.5 - 6.0 | 5.12 |
| Loss on drying (110 0C) | 1% max | 0.45% |
| Residue on ignition (as SO4) | 0.1% max | 0.07% |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Synthesis | 99% | m.p. 325 °C (decomposes) | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | In water, 94.9 g/L at 25 °C |
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