Description

L-Alanine, L-Alanyl-, Dihydrate (9Ci) is a high-purity, dihydrated derivative of the dipeptide alanyl-alanine. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized biochemical building block and research standard in advanced life science applications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for peptide synthesis, metabolic studies, and as a reference material.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex peptides and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and proteomics research.
• Cell Culture Media Component: Can be incorporated into specialized cell culture formulations as a source of specific amino acids.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control of peptide-based products.
• Nutritional Science Studies: Utilized in research investigating dipeptide absorption, metabolism, and nutritional efficacy.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, L-Alanyl-, Dihydrate (9Ci)
CAS No.	731026-27-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12N2O3 · 2H2O
Molecular Weight	196.18 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Alanyl-L-alanine dihydrate; Ala-Ala dihydrate; H-Ala-Ala-OH · 2H2O; (2S)-2-[(2S)-2-Aminopropanamido]propanoic acid dihydrate; L-α-Alanyl-L-α-alanine dihydrate; Dipeptide A-A dihydrate; NSC 3342 dihydrate
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Quality Control

Our L-Alanine, L-Alanyl-, Dihydrate (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and pharmaceutical use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC, NMR, and chiral purity data are available upon request.

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 in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	15.0% - 18.0%
Optical Rotation	Specific range available on COA
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
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.