Description

Ac-Ala-Pna CAS NO 35978-75-7 is a specialized peptide derivative, specifically an acetylated alanine para-nitroanilide substrate. This compound is valued for its role as a chromogenic substrate in enzymatic assays, enabling precise biochemical research and diagnostic development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and diagnostic kit manufacturers for studying protease activity and enzyme kinetics.

Application

• As a chromogenic substrate for the assay of various proteolytic enzymes, including elastase, chymotrypsin, and subtilisin.
• In biochemical research for kinetic studies and enzyme characterization to understand catalytic mechanisms.
• For the development and quality control of diagnostic assays and kits in clinical laboratories.
• In pharmaceutical research for screening and evaluating protease inhibitors as potential therapeutic agents.
• As a tool compound in microbiology for studying bacterial and fungal protease activity.
• In industrial enzyme applications for monitoring protease activity in detergent formulations or bioprocessing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ac-Ala-Pna
CAS No.	35978-75-7
Molecular Formula	C11H13N3O4
Molecular Weight	251.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-L-alanine 4-nitroanilide; Acetyl-Ala-pNA; Ac-Ala-pNA; N-Acetyl-L-alanine p-nitroanilide; L-Alanine, N-acetyl-, 4-nitroanilide; Ac-Ala-4-nitroanilide; Acetylalanyl-4-nitroaniline; Protease substrate Ac-Ala-pNA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ac-Ala-Pna is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; slightly soluble in methanol

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