Description

L-γ-Glutamyl-3-(Methylseleno)-L-Alanine is a specialized seleno-amino acid derivative that serves as a key precursor for advanced biochemical research and synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique selenium-containing side chain, which is integral to studies involving selenoproteins, antioxidant mechanisms, and novel pharmaceutical intermediates. It is primarily sought by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in nutraceutical and therapeutic agent discovery.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical precursor for studying the biosynthesis and function of selenocysteine and selenoproteins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of novel compounds targeting oxidative stress and related metabolic pathways.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a building block for advanced dietary supplements focused on selenium delivery and bioavailability.
• Metabolite Standard: Employed as a reference standard in analytical chemistry (HPLC, LC-MS) for quantifying selenium-containing metabolites.
• Enzyme Substrate Studies: Utilized in enzymatic assays to investigate the activity of γ-glutamyl transferases and related enzymes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a starting material for creating labeled probes to trace selenium metabolism in biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-γ-Glutamyl-3-(Methylseleno)-L-Alanine
CAS No.	26046-89-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16N2O5Se
Molecular Weight	311.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylseleno)-L-alanine, L-γ-glutamyl-; γ-Glutamyl-3-(methylseleno)-L-alanine; Se-Methylselenocysteine, γ-glutamyl derivative; L-γ-Glutamyl-Se-methylselenocysteine; Glutamylmethylselenocysteine; 26046-89-9; NSC 113943
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Quality Control

Our L-γ-Glutamyl-3-(Methylseleno)-L-Alanine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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