Description

L-Phe-L-Lys-Oh is a high-purity dipeptide derivative composed of L-phenylalanine and L-lysine. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and peptide synthesis sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and conducting structure-activity relationship studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or building block in the synthesis of complex peptide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and proteomics research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Essential raw material for solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to create longer peptide chains for therapeutic and diagnostic applications.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for potential use in specialized dietary supplements and functional food ingredients targeting specific health benefits.
• Cosmetic Peptides: Potential ingredient in the formulation of advanced cosmeceuticals for anti-aging and skin-repair applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Phe-L-Lys-Oh
CAS No.	6456-72-0
Molecular Formula	C15H23N3O3
Molecular Weight	293.36 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Phenylalanyl-L-lysine; Phe-Lys; F-K; H-Phe-Lys-OH; L-Phenylalanine-L-lysine; N-(N-L-Phenylalanyl)-L-lysine; Phenylalanyllysine; (2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropanoyl]amino]-6-aminohexanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our L-Phe-L-Lys-Oh is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes to ensure compliance with your research or cGMP-grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	[α]²⁰D: Specific range available on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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