Description

Albizziin is a naturally occurring non-proteinogenic amino acid with a unique structural motif. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its role as a potential inhibitor of specific enzymes and its presence in certain plant species. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, biotechnology companies, and pharmaceutical developers engaged in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme kinetics, and the discovery of novel bioactive compounds. The product is supplied to meet the stringent requirements of advanced scientific and industrial applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or inhibitor in studies of amino acid metabolism and enzyme function.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and prodrugs.
• Plant Physiology Studies: Employed to investigate the biosynthesis and role of non-proteinogenic amino acids in specific legumes and other plants.
• Enzyme Inhibition Assays: Acts as a substrate analog to study the mechanism and kinetics of enzymes like arginase and other amino acid-metabolizing enzymes.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its effects and interactions in specialized nutritional or metabolic studies.
• Analytical Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for qualitative and quantitative analysis via HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Albizziin
CAS No.	1483-07-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	146.15 g/mol
Synonyms	L-2-Amino-3-ureidopropionic Acid; Albizzin; (S)-2-Amino-3-ureidopropanoic Acid; Ureidoalanine; NSC 133800; L-β-Ureidoalanine; Albizziine; 3-Ureido-L-alanine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Albizziin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be provided to meet the specific needs of your application.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.