Description

Selenalysine is a specialized organoselenium compound, a seleno-analogue of the essential amino acid lysine, with the CAS registry number 57601-68-0. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its role as a precursor for the synthesis of selenoproteins and as a tool for studying selenium metabolism. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and advanced chemical synthesis laboratories focused on nutraceuticals, enzyme studies, and trace element biology.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key reagent in the study of selenium incorporation into proteins and enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of novel selenocysteine-containing drug candidates and prodrugs.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for potential applications in specialized dietary supplements targeting antioxidant defense systems.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed to probe the function and mechanism of selenoenzymes such as glutathione peroxidase.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A tool for tracing selenium utilization and metabolism in biological systems.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in HPLC and MS methods for quality control and metabolic profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	Selenalysine
CAS No.	57601-68-0
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2O2Se
Molecular Weight	241.15 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Selenalysine; Selenium-L-lysine; (2S)-2,6-Diamino-6-selenohexanoic acid; Se-Lys; 6-Seleno-L-lysine; Seleno lysine; Selenocystamine precursor; Selenoamino acid derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Selenalysine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and elemental analysis for selenium content. We provide full traceability and a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring compliance with research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Selenium Content	30.0 - 33.0 %
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 1.0 %

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