Description

Dl-Djenkolic Acid CAS NO 28052-93-9 is a synthetic, racemic form of the naturally occurring sulfur-containing amino acid djenkolic acid. This compound serves as a valuable non-proteinogenic amino acid building block and a critical reference standard in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical R&D, and fine chemical synthesis sectors for metabolic studies, analytical method development, and as a precursor for specialized biomolecules.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy for method validation and quantification.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Acts as a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and peptide mimetics.
• Metabolic Pathway Studies: Employed in research to investigate sulfur amino acid metabolism, transport, and related disorders.
• Nutritional Science: Studied for its effects and interactions in specialized nutritional and metabolic research applications.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral synthon or precursor for the production of more complex, sulfur-functionalized organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Djenkolic Acid
CAS No.	28052-93-9
Molecular Formula	C7H14N2O4S2
Molecular Weight	254.33 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Djenkolic Acid; (±)-Djenkolic Acid; rac-Djenkolic Acid; 2,2'-(Methylenedithio)bis(2-aminoacetic acid); 2,2'-(Methylenedithio)diglycine; NSC 113986; Djenkolate
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Quality Control

We supply Dl-Djenkolic Acid in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with stringent internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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