Description

L-Felinine CAS NO 471-09-0 is a sulfur-containing amino acid derivative, specifically a branched-chain amino acid analog. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and specialty chemical synthesis due to its unique structure and biological relevance. It serves as a key intermediate and reference standard for researchers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, flavor and fragrance chemistry, and veterinary science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a biochemical precursor and reference standard in the study of metabolic pathways and drug discovery.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Veterinary & Animal Science: Employed in research related to feline biology and the study of specific urinary metabolites.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral building block for the preparation of more complex, biologically active molecules.
• Analytical Standards: Provides a high-purity standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories (HPLC, GC-MS).
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its role in specialized amino acid metabolism and dietary studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Felinine
CAS No.	471-09-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2S
Molecular Weight	175.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-3-(3-hydroxy-1,1-dimethylpropylthio)propanoic acid; L-3-(3-Hydroxy-1,1-dimethylpropylthio)alanine; Felinine; (S)-Felinine; 3-[(3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropyl)thio]-L-alanine; 3-(3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropylthio)-L-alanine; L-3-(3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropylthio)alanine
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Quality Control

Our L-Felinine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	[α]20/D: Specific range provided on COA
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.