Taurine, Purity ≥98%

Synonym: 107-35-7; 2-Aminoethanesulfonic acid; Ethanesulfonic acid, 2-amino-; Tauphon; L-Taurine; 2-Aminoethylsulfonic acid; 2-Sulfoethylamine; 2-Aminoethanesulfonic acid

MDL: MFCD00008197
CAS Number: 107-35-7
Compound CID: 1123

Product Size

1 g; 2 g; 5 g; 10 g

Price

Datasheet

MSDS

Properties

Description

Taurine, insoluble in DMSO and ethanol and soluble in water, is an organic acid widely distributed in animal tissues. The molecular weight of the compound is 125.2, and its molecular formula is C₂H₇NO₃S.

Molecular Weight

125.2

Molecular Formula

C₂H₇NO₃S

Form

Lyophilized powder

Purity

Impurities

Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects.

Solubility

In vitro: DMSO: insoluble; Water: 19 mg/mL (151.81 mM); Ethanol: insoluble

Identity

Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.

Applications

Taurine can be used for its ability to modulate calcium signaling and has a protective role in cell membranes.