Creatinine

CAS 60-27-5C4H7N3OMW 113.12

Creatinine (CAS 60-27-5) — formula C4H7N3O, molecular weight 113.12.

Product Overview

CAS Number	60-27-5
Molecular Formula	C4H7N3O
Molecular Weight	113.12
Melting Point	303 °C (decomposes)
LogP	-1.76
Applications	Uses: Used as a bulking agent for freeze drying, [ChemIDplus] Final metabolic product of creatine that is found in all bodily fluids, Used in determination of renal function, [Merck Index], Use Classification: Cosmetics -> Skin conditioning, General Manufacturing Information: 4H-Imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1, 5-dihydro-1-methyl-: ACTIVE

Applications

Documented applications: Uses: Used as a bulking agent for freeze drying, [ChemIDplus] Final metabolic product of creatine that is found in all bodily fluids, Used in determination of renal function, [Merck Index], Use Classification: Cosmetics -> Skin conditioning, General Manufacturing Information: 4H-Imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1, 5-dihydro-1-methyl-: ACTIVE.

Technical Profile

What this product is

Creatinine is a chemical compound with CAS registry number 60-27-5 and molecular formula C4H7N3O (molecular weight 113.12).

Identification

CAS number: 60-27-5

Its molecular formula C4H7N3O comprises 4 C, 7 H, 3 N, 1 O atoms.

Also known as: Creatinine · 肌酐

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Creatinine?

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

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Creatinine?

Molecular formula C4H7N3O, molecular weight 113.12.

What other names is Creatinine known by?

It is also registered under: Creatinine, 肌酐.

What are the documented applications of Creatinine?

Recorded applications: Uses: Used as a bulking agent for freeze drying, [ChemIDplus] Final metabolic product of creatine that is found in all bodily fluids, Used in determination of renal function, [Merck Index], Use Classification: Cosmetics -> Skin conditioning, General Manufacturing Information: 4H-Imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1, 5-dihydro-1-methyl-: ACTIVE.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for Creatinine (CAS 60-27-5), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number	60-27-5
PubChem CID	588
Molecular formula	C4H7N3O
IUPAC name	2-amino-3-methyl-4H-imidazol-5-one
UNII (FDA)	AYI8EX34EU

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight	113.12
XLogP3	-1.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	113.058911855
Monoisotopic Mass	113.058911855
Topological Polar Surface Area	58.7
Heavy Atom Count	8

Physicochemical values on record

Melting Point	303 °C (decomposes)
Solubility	80.1 mg/mL at 16 °C
Vapor Pressure	0.000217 [mmHg]
LogP	-1.76
Collision Cross Section	123.4 Å² [M+H]+
Collision Cross Section	123.3 Å² [M+H]+
Collision Cross Section	132.8 Å² [M+Na]+
Collision Cross Section	132.9 Å² [M+Na]+
Collision Cross Section	119.8 Å² [M-H]-
Collision Cross Section	119.1 Å² [M-H]-

Documented uses on record

Used as a bulking agent for freeze drying; [ChemIDplus] Final metabolic product of creatine that is found in all bodily fluids; Used in determination of renal function; [Merck Index]
4H-Imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1,5-dihydro-1-methyl-: ACTIVE

Synonyms and trade names

2-Imino-1-methylimidazolidin-4-one; 1-Methylglycocyamidine; 1-Methylhydantoin-2-imide; Kreatinin; Creatinine,heated; Kreatininum; 2-amino-1-methylimidazolin-4-one; 2-amino-3-methyl-4H-imidazol-5-one; 2-amino-1-methyl-1,5-dihydro-4H-imidazol-4-one; 4H-Imidazol-4-one, 2-amino-1,5-dihydro-1-methyl-; creatinina; NSC-13123; AYI8EX34EU; 2-Amino-1,5-dihydro-1-methyl-4H-imidazol-4-one; CHEMBL65567; CHEBI:16737

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	CIR / INCI: Skin conditioning
GHS notification summary	60% (6 / 10)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	60% (6 / 10)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (40%), H319 (40%), H335 (40%), H336 (10%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 60% (6 of 10) of all reports.

H315 (40%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Creatinine · CAS 60-27-5 · C4H7N3O. UNII AYI8EX34EU. Melting Point: 303 °C (decomposes); Solubility: 80.1 mg/mL at 16 °C; Vapor Pressure: 0.000217 [mmHg].

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.