Description

Dehydrolysinorleucine is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative with the CAS registry number 31504-14-0. This compound serves as a critical biochemical building block and research tool, valued for its unique structural properties. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biochemical, and advanced life science sectors for applications ranging from peptide synthesis to metabolic studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate or reference standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme research.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of novel peptide-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Proteomics & Biomarker Studies: Employed in the investigation of protein cross-linking, aging (advanced glycation end-products), and disease biomarkers.
• Nutritional Science Research: Utilized in studies related to amino acid metabolism, nutritional biomarkers, and metabolic disorders.
• Academic Research: A valuable reagent for universities and research institutions conducting studies in organic chemistry, biochemistry, and medicinal chemistry.
• Standards & Calibration: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dehydrolysinorleucine
CAS No.	31504-14-0
Molecular Formula	C12H22N2O4
Molecular Weight	258.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Dehydrolysinonorleucine; Lysinonorleucine, dehydro-; LDN; 2-Amino-6-(2-amino-5-carboxypentyl)-4,5-dihydro-4-oxo-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid; (5S)-5-Amino-5-[(4S)-4,5-diamino-5-oxopentyl]-3,4-dihydro-3-oxo-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid; Dehydro LNL; An advanced glycation endproduct (AGE) precursor.
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Quality Control

Our Dehydrolysinorleucine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
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.