Description

Dl-Norvaline CAS NO 760-78-1 is a non-proteinogenic amino acid of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. This compound serves as a versatile building block and a critical chiral intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or study metabolic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential drugs targeting metabolic disorders.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, particularly in research concerning amino acid metabolism and enzyme kinetics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Employed as a non-standard amino acid residue in the design and synthesis of novel peptides and peptidomimetics for therapeutic and diagnostic applications.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other bioactive agrochemicals.
• Nutritional Science: Studied for its potential effects on metabolic pathways, making it relevant for research in sports nutrition and metabolic health supplements.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Utilized in the production of certain amino acid derivatives that function as skin-conditioning agents or moisturizers in cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Norvaline
CAS No.	760-78-1
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminopentanoic Acid; (±)-2-Aminovaleric Acid; DL-2-Aminovaleric Acid; Norvaline; rac-Norvaline; H-DL-Nva-OH; Pentanoic acid, 2-amino-; UNII-4J8D5N5B0P
EINECS	212-082-1

Quality Control

Our Dl-Norvaline is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profile analysis via techniques such as HPLC, chiral analysis, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Racemic mixture (DL-Form)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.