W222402

Caffeine

anhydrous, 99%, FCC, FG

• Synonym(s): 1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₈H₁₀N₄O₂
• CAS Number: 58-08-2
• Molecular Weight: 194.19
• FEMA Number: 2224
• Beilstein: 17705
• EC Number: 200-362-1
• Council of Europe no.: 11741
• MDL number: MFCD00005758
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 24900939
• Flavis number: 16.016
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• biological source: synthetic
• Quality Level: 400
• grade: FG; Halal; Kosher; anhydrous
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002; FCC; FDA 21 CFR 182.1180
• Assay: 99%
• form: powder
• mp: 234-236.5 °C (lit.)
• solubility: H₂O: soluble 18.7 g/L at 16 °C
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• Documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• Organoleptic: odorless
• SMILES string: CN1C(=O)N(C)c2ncn(C)c2C1=O
• InChI: 1S/C8H10N4O2/c1-10-4-9-6-5(10)7(13)12(3)8(14)11(6)2/h4H,1-3H3
• InChI key: RYYVLZVUVIJVGH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Gene Information: human ... ADORA1(134) , ADORA2B(136) , ADORA3(140) , PDE4B(5142) ; mouse ... Adora2b(11541) ; rat ... Adora1(29290) , Adora2a(25369)

Description

General description

Caffeine is an addictive psychoactive compound, consumed mostly in the form of brewed coffee, instant coffee, tea and caffeinated soft drinks. Caffeine is reported to be an allergen and causes anaphylaxis. It is added to common analgesics such as paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin for enhancing their analgesic efficacy.

Application

• Anti-hair loss effect of a shampoo containing caffeine and adenosine.: Discusses the efficacy of a shampoo formulated with caffeine and adenosine in reducing hair loss, underscoring caffeine′s role in enhancing hair follicle activity and promoting hair health (Chen et al., 2024).

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS07
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H302
• Precautionary Statements: P264 - P270 - P301 + P312 - P501
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Oral
• Storage Class Code: 11 - Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves