Sarcosine
Also known as: N-Methylglycine, Methylaminoacetic acid, N-Methylaminoacetic acid, Methylglycine, N-Methylglycocoll, Methyl-glycocoll, Methylaminoethanoic acid, H-Sar-OH, SAR
Sarcosine (CAS 107-97-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 89.093 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 208-212 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 195.1±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 71.8±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 107-97-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1033231-3
- Molecular Formula
- C3H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 89.093 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 208-212 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 195.1±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 71.8±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 89.047676 |
| PSA | 49.33000 |
| LogP | -0.79 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.431 |
| Additional Property | 1480 g/L (20 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Zhang HX, et al. The glycine transport inhibitor sarcosine is an NMDA receptor co-agonist that differs from glycine. J Physiol. 2009 Jul 1;587(Pt 13):3207-20. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Sarcosine?
The CAS number of Sarcosine is 107-97-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sarcosine?
Sarcosine has molecular formula C3H7NO2 and molecular weight 89.093 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Sarcosine?
For Sarcosine, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl sarcosinate hydrochloride, Ethyl sarcosinate hydrochloride, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: Formaldehyde, Carbon dioxide, formate.
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