Description

L-Canavanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid analog of L-arginine, known for its potent biological activity. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its ability to interfere with nitric oxide synthesis and arginine metabolism. It serves as a critical tool for researchers in life sciences, pharmacology, and agrochemical industries studying enzyme inhibition, plant defense mechanisms, and potential therapeutic pathways.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a selective inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase (NOS) and arginase in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for its potential in therapeutic applications, including anti-cancer, anti-parasitic, and immunomodulatory research.
• Plant Physiology & Agrochemicals: Studied as a natural defense compound in legume seeds and as a model for understanding plant-insect interactions and developing novel biocontrol agents.
• Microbiology: Employed in microbial growth media and studies to investigate its antibiotic properties against certain bacteria and fungi.
• Nutritional Science: Used in research to understand the effects of non-protein amino acids on metabolism and animal health.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Canavanine
CAS No.	543-38-4
Molecular Formula	C5H12N4O3
Molecular Weight	176.18 g/mol
Synonyms	L-(+)-Canavanine; Canavanine; (S)-2-Amino-4-(guanidinooxy)butyric acid; O-Ureido-L-homoserine; NSC 17772; L-α-Amino-γ-(guanidinooxy)-n-butyric acid; Canavanine sulfate (salt form); L-Canavanine sulfate
EINECS	208-846-9

Quality Control

Our L-Canavanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by IR and NMR, purity assay by HPLC, and control of specific impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	[α]D20: +15.0° to +18.0° (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.