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Creatinine

Also known as: 1-Methylglycocyamidine, 1-Methylhydantoin-2-imide, 1-methyl-2-amino-1,5-dihydroimidazol-4-one, 2-Amino-1-methyl-1,5-dihydro-4H-imidazol-4-one, 2-Amino-1-methyl-1,5-dihydroimidazol-4-one, 2-IMINO-1-METHYLIMIDAZOLIDIN-4-ONE, 2-IMINO-N-METHYLHYDANTOIN, 2-Imino-N-methylhydantoin, 2-amino-1,5-dihydro-1-methyl-4H-imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1-methylimidazolin-4-one, 2-amino-3-methyl-4H-imidazol-5-one, 2-imino-1-methylimidazolidin-4-one, 4H-Imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1,5-dihydro-1-methyl-, 4H-Imidazol-4-one,2-amino-1,5-dihydro-1-methyl, CREATININ, CREATININE, Creatinine,heated, Diisopropylamine dichloroacetate, EINECS 200-466-7, KREATININ

Creatinine (CAS 60-27-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H7N3O and a molecular weight of 113.118 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 295 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 184.3±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 65.3±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
60-27-5
Jingsj CID
J-38245-6
Molecular Formula
C4H7N3O
Molecular Weight
113.118 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point295 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point184.3±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point65.3±22.6 °C
Exact Mass113.058914
PSA58.69000
LogP-1.68
Vapor Pressure0.2±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.651
StabilityStable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Additional PropertySOLUBLE

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Allen, P.J., Creatine metabolism and psychiatric disorders: Does creatine supplementation have therapeutic value. Neurosci Biobehav Rev, 2012. 36(5): p. 1442-62. [2]. Levey, A.S., et al., Using standardized serum creatinine values in the modification of diet in renal disease study equation for estimating glomerular filtration rate. Ann Intern Med, 2006. 145(4): p. 247-54.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933290090
Summary2933290090. other compounds containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Creatinine?

The CAS number of Creatinine is 60-27-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Creatinine?

Creatinine has molecular formula C4H7N3O and molecular weight 113.118 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Creatinine?

For Creatinine, Upstream Products: Creatine, Creatine phosphate, 2-Chloroacetamide; Downstream Products: Glyoxylic acid, 1-Methylhydantoin, Creatine.

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