Taurine is also known as 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid (C2H7NO3S).
Taurine is a crystallizable amino acid found naturally in combination with
bile acids. Conditionally listed as an essential nutrient for mammalian development, it is found in mammal’s milk. It is commonly
added to kitten food for the development of the cat’s retinas,
as well as added to some human infant formulas at the same concentration
found in human milk, also for retinal development. The JP-8
grade conforms to the Japanese standards of JP-8, the common world standard
for Taurine. It is derived by organic synthesis.
CAS: 107-35-7
HAZARD: Toxic by ingestion.
USES:
- Additive to pet foods
- Wetting agents
- Biochemical research