N,N-Dimethyl-d6-glycine Hydrochloride (CAS 347840-03-3)

N,N-Dimethyl-d6-glycine hydrochloride is a deuterated form of N,N-Dimethylglycine (also known as DMG) that has been modified with hydrochloric acid to form a hydrochloride salt. It is often used as an internal standard in analytical techniques like mass spectrometry or NMR spectroscopy, as the deuterated forms allow for easier and more accurate quantification. Because it is deuterated, this compound is useful for tracking the metabolic pathways and bioavailability of N,N-Dimethylglycine in biological systems. It may also be used in academic or industrial research applications for studying the biochemical and physiological effects of N,N-Dimethylglycine, such as its impact on energy metabolism, liver function, or the immune system. DMG serves as a methyl donor in one-carbon metabolism, which can affect various metabolic processes including DNA methylation, amino acid metabolism, and neurotransmitter synthesis. Moreover, it is involved in the Krebs cycle (citric acid cycle), which is essential for energy production in cells. In addition, DMG has immunomodulatory effects.