Description

L-Alanyl-L-Alanine is a high-purity dipeptide composed of two alanine amino acids, serving as a fundamental building block in biochemical research and synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in studying peptide stability, enzyme specificity, and as a precursor for more complex peptide structures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical sectors who require reliable, high-quality peptide intermediates for advanced applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based drugs.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and proteomics research.
• Cell Culture Media Component: Employed as a nitrogen source or nutrient in specialized microbial and mammalian cell culture formulations.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare formulations for its potential moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its role in protein metabolism and as a component in specialized dietary supplements.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral building block for the synthesis of more complex organic molecules and peptidomimetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanyl-L-Alanine
CAS No.	1948-31-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12N2O3
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ala-Ala; L-Ala-L-Ala; (S)-2-((S)-2-Aminopropanamido)propanoic acid; H-Ala-Ala-OH; Alanine dipeptide; L-α-Alanyl-L-α-alanine; N-L-Alanyl-L-alanine; NSC 33425
EINECS	217-773-4

Quality Control

Our L-Alanyl-L-Alanine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a low-humidity environment. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-80° to -90° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% L-isomer

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