Description

H-Gly-β-Ala-Oh is a high-purity dipeptide building block, also known as Glycyl-β-alanine. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex peptides and peptidomimetics, offering precise structural control for advanced research and development. It is essential for pharmaceutical researchers, biochemists, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on developing novel therapeutic agents, diagnostic tools, and specialized biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used in proteomics and enzymology studies as a substrate or model compound to investigate enzyme specificity and peptide interactions.
• Peptidomimetic Design: Integral for creating modified peptide structures with enhanced stability, bioavailability, or targeted activity.
• Cosmetic Peptides: A potential precursor in the development of specialized anti-aging or skin-conditioning peptide sequences for cosmetic applications.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Employed in the production of labeled peptides and conjugates for diagnostic assays and imaging.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in both academic laboratories and industrial-scale process development for peptide chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	H-Gly-β-Ala-Oh
CAS No.	7536-21-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	146.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycyl-β-alanine; Glycyl-β-alanine; N-Glycyl-β-alanine; 2-[[(2-Aminoacetyl)amino]propanoic acid; H-Gly-β-Ala-OH; Gly-β-Ala; G-β-A; (2S)-2-[(2-Aminoacetyl)amino]propanoic acid (for L-form)
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Quality Control

Our H-Gly-β-Ala-Oh is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee (where applicable)
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.