About Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade
Caffeine is a white, crystalline power with the formula C8H10N4O2. It is moderately soluble in cold water, but much more soluble at higher temperatures. It is slightly soluble in ethanol. It is a purine, with two, heterocyclic rings fused together.
Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade is suitable for human consumption, and for use in food applications and other consumable processes.
Caffeine acts as a central nervous stimulant that can help to reduce fatigue and drowsiness and may aid in increasing levels of concentration. By blocking the A2A receptor, caffeine can increase dopamine levels, which has stimulating and mood-enhancing effects.
Common Uses and Applications
- In medicine
- As a stimulant
Industries
Chemistry Table
| 58-08-2 | |
| C8H10N4O2 | |
| 194.19 | |
| 1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine, Guaranine, Thein, Methyltheobromine, Cafeina, Theine | |
| 2519 | |
| USP/FCC | |
| 100% | |
| Caffeine | |
| UN1544 |
Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade Specifications
| Assay (Anhydrous Basis) | 98.5 -101.0% |
| Melting Range (after drying) | 235 – 239C |
| Water | 0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 0.001% |
| Readily Carbonizable Substances | Passes Test |
| Organic Volatile Impurities | Passes Test |
| Other Alkaloids | Passes Test |
| Chromatographic Impurities | Passes Test |
Safety and Shipping Information
GRAS Reference Citation 21CFR 182.1180.
Not DOT regulated.
Please contact us to request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis (COA) for Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade.
| Weight | 680 lbs |
|---|---|
| Model | 1 Pound, 500 Grams, 1 Kilogram, 2.5 Kilograms, 12.5 Kilograms, 50 Pounds, 25 Kilograms |
Related products
See all
See all
See all
See all