Description

Potassium Dl-Alaninate is the potassium salt of the amino acid alanine, available as a racemic mixture of its D- and L- forms. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile biochemical intermediate and a source of bioavailable potassium and alanine in specialized formulations. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical, nutritional supplement, and advanced biochemical research sectors where precise salt forms of amino acids are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a component in parenteral nutrition solutions.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a defined reagent in cell culture media and enzymatic studies requiring specific amino acid salts.
• Nutritional Supplements: Incorporated into specialized dietary and sports nutrition products as a source of potassium and alanine.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Acts as a buffering agent and skin-conditioning ingredient in high-end cosmetic and personal care products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block or catalyst in organic synthesis and asymmetric catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Dl-Alaninate
CAS No.	93893-38-0
Molecular Formula	C3H6KNO2
Molecular Weight	127.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium DL-2-Aminopropanoate; Alanine Potassium Salt; DL-Alanine Potassium Salt; Potassium Alaninate; 2-Aminopropanoic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Racemic Alaninate; Potassium (±)-Alaninate
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Dl-Alaninate is manufactured under a quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (DL Ratio)	~50:50
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Conforms
pH (5% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.