Description

N'-Acetyl-β-Lysine is a specialized acetylated derivative of the non-proteinogenic amino acid β-lysine. This compound serves as a crucial high-purity building block and research-grade intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for applications in peptide synthesis, metabolic research, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex peptide-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis, particularly related to lysine metabolism.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected lysine derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry for research and development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialized chiral compounds and high-value chemical products.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated for its role and effects in advanced nutritional and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	N'-Acetyl-β-Lysine
CAS No.	131887-44-0
Molecular Formula	C8H16N2O3
Molecular Weight	188.22 g/mol
Synonyms	N6-Acetyl-β-lysine; Nε-Acetyl-β-lysine; N6-Acetyl-β-lysine; N(epsilon)-Acetyl-β-lysine; Acetylated β-Lysine; (2R,6R)-2-Acetamido-6-aminohexanoic acid; β-Lysine, N6-acetyl-
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Quality Control

Our N'-Acetyl-β-Lysine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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