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L-Aspartic acid
L-Aspartic acid is a non-essential amino acid involved in metabolic processes and used in pharmaceuticals, food additives, and research. It has the CAS number 56-84-8, molecular formula HO2CCH2CH(NH2)CO2H, and a molecular weight of 133.10 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies L-Aspartic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
L-Aspartic acid is a non-essential amino acid involved in metabolic processes and used in pharmaceuticals, food additives, and research. It has the CAS number 56-84-8, molecular formula HO2CCH2CH(NH2)CO2H, and a molecular weight of 133.10 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies L-Aspartic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White/ off white powder |
| Specific rotation | +24.5 to +26.0 |
| Lead | ≤ 0.0005% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.25% |
| Specification | Conforms to USP |
| Sulfate (SO4) | ≤ 0.03% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.02% |
| Assay | 98.5 - 101.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10ppm |
| Organic impurities | ≤ 0.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10ppm |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 56-84-8 |
| Molecular Formula | HO2CCH2CH(NH2)CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 133.10 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H](C(=O)O)N)C(=O)O |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29224980 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498590 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Aspartic acid used for?
L-Aspartic acid is used in biochemical research, as a building block in peptide synthesis, and in some food and pharmaceutical applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-Aspartic acid?
The formula is HO2CCH2CH(NH2)CO2H and the molecular weight is 133.10 g/mol.
How should L-Aspartic acid be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of L-Aspartic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies L-Aspartic acid in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply L-Aspartic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply L-Aspartic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-Aspartic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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