Description

L-Alanyl-L-Alanine is a high-purity dipeptide composed of two alanine amino acids. This compound serves as a critical building block and biochemical reagent in advanced research and manufacturing processes. It is essential for pharmaceutical development, peptide synthesis, and specialized nutritional applications where precise molecular structure is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic peptides and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a standard, substrate, or model compound in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Formulations: Incorporated into high-end supplements and skincare products for its potential bioactive properties.
• Cell Culture Media: Serves as a component in specialized media formulations for biotechnology and cell culture applications.
• Chiral Building Block: Utilized in asymmetric synthesis and the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanyl-L-Alanine
CAS No.	2392-61-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12N2O3
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ala-Ala; L-Ala-L-Ala; (S)-2-((S)-2-Aminopropanamido)propanoic acid; Alanine dipeptide; H-Ala-Ala-OH; N-(L-α-Alanyl)-L-alanine; L-α-Alanyl-L-alanine; NSC 33436
EINECS	219-231-7

Quality Control

Our L-Alanyl-L-Alanine is manufactured 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed 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%
Optical Rotation	[α]20/D: Specific range provided on COA
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 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.