Description

(+)-Octopine CAS NO 34522-32-2 is a naturally occurring guanidino amino acid derivative, recognized as a biochemical marker in marine biology and a substrate for enzymatic studies. Its significance lies in its role as a metabolic intermediate in certain marine invertebrates, making it a valuable reference standard and research chemical. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of marine biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and enzyme kinetics, where high-purity, well-characterized biomolecules are critical for accurate experimental results.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in studies of octopine dehydrogenase and related enzymes.
• Marine Biology: Serves as a metabolic marker for investigating energy metabolism in mollusks, crustaceans, and other marine organisms.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity calibrant or internal standard in chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses.
• Enzyme Assay Development: A key component in developing and validating assays for dehydrogenase activity and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Nutritional Physiology Studies: Investigated for its role in anaerobic metabolism and stress response in aquatic species.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential building block for the synthesis of more complex guanidino-containing compounds with biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Octopine
CAS No.	34522-32-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18N4O4
Molecular Weight	246.26 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Octopine; (R)-Octopine; N2-(D-1-Carboxyethyl)-L-arginine; L-Arginine, N2-(1-carboxyethyl)-, (R)-; Octopinic acid; Strombine isomer; 2-Guanidino-pentanedioic acid, 5-[(1R)-1-carboxyethyl]-; Marine opine
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Quality Control

Our (+)-Octopine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting research reproducibility and compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]D20	+20.0° to +24.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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