Description

Cyclo(-Ala-Ala) CAS NO 5845-61-4 is a cyclic dipeptide, also known as a diketopiperazine (DKP), composed of two alanine amino acids. This compound serves as a crucial building block and model system in peptide chemistry and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and studying peptide stability and conformation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of more complex peptide-based drugs and prodrugs.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a model compound for studying the properties, stability, and folding of cyclic peptides and diketopiperazines.
• Protease Inhibitor Scaffold: Serves as a core structure in the development of enzyme inhibitors due to its constrained conformation.
• Cosmetic Peptide Synthesis: Employed in the development of bioactive peptides for cosmetic applications targeting skin conditioning.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR.
• Material Science: Investigated for creating novel biomaterials and hydrogels with specific molecular recognition properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclo(-Ala-Ala)
CAS No.	5845-61-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	142.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclo(L-alanyl-L-alanine); Cyclo(Ala-Ala); 3,6-Dimethyl-2,5-piperazinedione; L-Alanyl-L-alanine anhydride; DKPs; Diketopiperazine; Alanine anhydride; 2,5-Dioxo-3,6-dimethylpiperazine
EINECS	227-432-5

Quality Control

Our Cyclo(-Ala-Ala) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.