Description

(6S,2S)-Diaminopimelic Acid CAS NO 14289-34-0 is a high-purity, stereochemically defined isomer of diaminopimelic acid (DAP), a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of lysine and a critical component of bacterial peptidoglycan. This specific enantiomer is essential for advanced biochemical research and the development of targeted antimicrobial agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in microbiology, enzymology, and novel antibiotic discovery.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical substrate for studying the enzymes of the lysine biosynthesis pathway, particularly diaminopimelate epimerase and decarboxylase.
• Microbiology Studies: Used as a selective growth factor in bacterial culture media for auxotrophic strains requiring DAP, especially in genetic studies.
• Peptidoglycan Analysis: Serves as a standard and building block for investigating the structure and biosynthesis of bacterial cell walls.
• Pharmaceutical Development: A key intermediate in research programs targeting novel antibiotics that inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis.
• Enzyme Inhibition Assays: Employed in high-throughput screening to identify potential inhibitors of DAP-utilizing enzymes.
• Nutritional Science: Used in metabolic studies concerning amino acid metabolism in plants and microorganisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6S,2S)-Diaminopimelic Acid
CAS No.	14289-34-0
Molecular Formula	C7H14N2O4
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,6S)-2,6-Diaminopimelic Acid; (S,S)-DAP; L,L-Diaminopimelic Acid; meso-Diaminopimelic Acid Isomer; DAP; 2,6-Diaminoheptanedioic Acid; Bacterial Cell Wall Component; Peptidoglycan Biosynthesis Intermediate
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Quality Control

Every batch of (6S,2S)-Diaminopimelic Acid is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (6S,2S) isomer
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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