Description

Ser-Leu (Ser-Leu CAS NO 6665-16-3) is a high-purity dipeptide composed of the amino acids L-Serine and L-Leucine, serving as a critical building block in advanced biochemical research and synthesis. This compound is essential for studying peptide structure-function relationships, enzyme specificity, and metabolic pathways. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to the development of specialized bioactive peptides.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel therapeutic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and proteomics.
• Cell Culture Media: Employed as a component in specialized cell culture formulations to support specific cellular functions.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredients: Investigated for potential use in anti-aging or skin-repair peptide formulations.
• Nutritional Science: Studied for its role in protein digestion, absorption, and as a potential bioactive nutrient.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a chiral building block for the construction of more complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ser-Leu
CAS No.	6665-16-3
Molecular Formula	C9H18N2O4
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Seryl-L-leucine; Ser-Leu dipeptide; L-Ser-L-Leu; (2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoyl]amino]-4-methylpentanoic acid; H-Ser-Leu-OH; NSC 334358; Serine-Leucine; Leucine-Serine
EINECS	229-710-5

Quality Control

Our Ser-Leu is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with rigorous research and development standards.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	-20° to -25° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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