Molekula
D-Alanine
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D-Alanine is a synthetic amino acid used in peptide synthesis and biochemical research. It serves as a building block for various pharmaceutical and industrial applications. Available with a CAS number of 338-69-2, molecular formula C3H7NO2, and molecular weight 89.09 g/mol, it is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies D-Alanine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — $103.50 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | -14.3 to -15.3 |
| Heavy metals | <10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | <0.20% |
| Assay | 98 - 101% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.20% |
| Iron (Fe) | <2ppm |
| Chlorine (Cl) | <0.10% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 292 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 71080 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20667745 |
| CAS Number | 338-69-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-2-aminopropanoic acid |
| EC Number | 206-418-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H7NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 89.09 |
| Exact Mass | 89.0477 |
| SMILES | C[C@H](C(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | QNAYBMKLOCPYGJ-UWTATZPHSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H7NO2/c1-2(4)3(5)6/h2H,4H2,1H3,(H,5,6)/t2-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 71080 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2922494910 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498590 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (2R)-2-aminopropanoic acid
- (R)-2-Aminopropionic acid
- (R)-2-Aminopropionsaeure
- Alanine D-form
- Alanine, D-
- D-2-Aminopropionic acid
- D-Ala
- D-Alanin
- D-alpha-Alanine
- D-alpha-Aminopropionsaeure
Frequently asked questions
What is D-Alanine used for?
D-Alanine is primarily used in the synthesis of peptides and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of antibiotics and other bioactive compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-Alanine?
The formula is C3H7NO2 and the molecular weight is 89.09 g/mol.
How should D-Alanine be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of D-Alanine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-Alanine in high-purity grade suitable for research and pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply D-Alanine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-Alanine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a D-Alanine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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