Description

Lanthionine is a non-proteinogenic sulfur-containing amino acid, recognized for its role as a cross-linking component in certain natural peptides and as a key intermediate in biochemical research. This compound is of significant interest for its utility in studying metabolic pathways and for the synthesis of specialized biomaterials. It serves as a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity, well-characterized biochemical intermediates.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard and intermediate in the study of sulfur amino acid metabolism and lanthipeptide biosynthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a precursor or model compound in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and antibiotics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Incorporated into synthetic peptides to introduce specific structural motifs or to study the effects of thioether cross-links.
• Nutritional Science: Employed in metabolic studies to understand its formation and role in various biological systems.
• Cosmetic Science: Investigated for potential applications in skincare formulations due to its presence in certain natural protein structures.
• Material Science: Explored as a component for creating bio-inspired polymers and materials with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthionine
CAS No.	922-55-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12N2O4S
Molecular Weight	208.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,2'R)-2,2'-(Disulfanediyl)bis(2-aminopropanoic acid); L-Lanthionine; (R,R)-Lanthionine; 3,3'-Thiodialanine; 2-Amino-2-carboxyethylthioalanine; Lan; LAN; NSC 527986
EINECS	213-086-9

Quality Control

Our Lanthionine is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and can support development projects requiring material for research or cGMP applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
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.