Description

Glycyl-L-Aspartic Acid is a high-purity dipeptide composed of glycine and L-aspartic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced biochemical research and synthesis. This compound is essential for studying peptide structure-function relationships and for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for applications in peptide synthesis, enzyme substrate studies, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel therapeutic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving aspartic proteases or aminoacyltransferases.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibrant in analytical methods like HPLC and mass spectrometry for quality control.
• Cell Culture Media Component: Investigated as a potential additive in specialized cell culture formulations to influence cellular metabolism.
• Cosmetic Peptide Synthesis: A potential raw material in the development of bioactive peptides for cosmetic and dermatological applications.
• Nutritional Science Research: Studied for its role in amino acid metabolism and as a model for digestible dipeptides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycyl-L-Aspartic Acid
CAS No.	4685-12-5
Molecular Formula	C6H10N2O5
Molecular Weight	190.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycyl-L-aspartic acid; Gly-L-Asp-OH; H-Gly-Asp-OH; L-Aspartylglycine; N-Glycylaspartic acid; Aspartylglycine; (2S)-2-[[2-(2-aminoacetyl)amino]butanedioic acid; 2-[(2-Aminoacetyl)amino]butanedioic acid
EINECS	225-144-6

Quality Control

Our Glycyl-L-Aspartic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	-20.0° to -25.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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