Description

L-Mimosine (Leucenol) CAS NO 500-42-5 is a non-protein amino acid and a potent tyrosine analog with significant biological activity. This compound is valued for its role as a specific inhibitor of prolyl hydroxylase, impacting collagen synthesis and iron metabolism. It is primarily utilized by researchers in pharmaceutical development, biochemistry, and agricultural science for studying fibrosis, metal chelation, and plant growth regulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a key biochemical tool to study collagen biosynthesis, fibrosis pathways, and as an iron chelator in experimental therapeutics.
• Biochemical Inhibitor: Serves as a specific inhibitor of prolyl 4-hydroxylase, essential for in vitro and in vivo studies of post-translational protein modification.
• Agricultural Research: Investigated for its effects on plant growth, nodulation in legumes, and as a potential natural herbicide or growth regulator.
• Cosmeceutical Studies: Explored in research for its potential anti-fibrotic and anti-aging properties in skin cell models.
• Nutritional Science: Studied for its impact on mineral absorption and metabolism due to its metal-chelating properties.
• Reference Standard: Sourced for use as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Mimosine (Leucenol)
CAS No.	500-42-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O4
Molecular Weight	198.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Leucenol; Mimosine; L-Mimosine; (-)-Mimosine; β-[N-(3-Hydroxy-4-pyridone)]-α-aminopropionic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-4-pyridone-α-aminopropionic Acid; 2-Amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridin-1-yl)propanoic Acid
EINECS	207-896-3

Quality Control

Our L-Mimosine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis to confirm the L-configuration, and residual solvent screening. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific tests is provided with every shipment to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-40° to -44° (c=1 in 1N HCl)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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