Description

5-Hydroxy-L-Pipecolic Acid HCl is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound, derived from *Phoenix dactylifera* (date palm), offers a natural source for specialized biochemical applications. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and nutraceutical research teams for its role as a key chiral building block and a potential bioactive metabolite. The product is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for neurological and metabolic targets.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme inhibition assays, and investigations into plant alkaloid biosynthesis.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for its potential bioactive properties as a natural compound derived from date palm, relevant for functional food and supplement research.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development and validation in HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR analyses for quality control of related products.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Explored for potential applications in advanced skincare formulations due to its natural origin and amino acid structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-L-Pipecolic Acid HCl
CAS No.	89531-62-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO3 • HCl
Molecular Weight	197.62 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,5S)-5-Hydroxypipecolic acid hydrochloride; L-5-Hydroxypipecolic acid HCl; 5-Hydroxy-L-pipecolate hydrochloride; (2S,5S)-5-Hydroxy-2-piperidinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 5-Hydroxy-L-Pipecolic Acid (Hydrochloride); 5-Hydroxy-L-Pipecolic Acid Monohydrochloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Hydroxy-L-Pipecolic Acid HCl is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure compliance with research-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

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 desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.