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D-Penicillamine

SKU 47221894 CAS 52-67-5 C5H11NO2S MW 149.21 Available on enquiry

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D-Penicillamine is a sulfur-containing amino acid used in the treatment of Wilson’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and certain types of heavy metal poisoning. It functions as a chelating agent and antioxidant. Available with CAS number 52-67-5, molecular formula C5H11NO2S, and molecular weight 149.21 g/mol. Stored at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies D-Penicillamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 47221894
CAS Number: 52-67-5
IUPAC Name: (2S)-2-amino-3-methyl-3-sulfanylbutanoic acid
EC Number: 200-148-8
Molecular Formula: C5H11NO2S
Molecular Weight: 149.21
Exact Mass: 149.051
SMILES: CC(C)([C@H](C(=O)O)N)S
InChIKey: VVNCNSJFMMFHPL-VKHMYHEASA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C5H11NO2S/c1-5(2,9)3(6)4(7)8/h3,9H,6H2,1-2H3,(H,7,8)/t3-/m0/s1
PubChem CID: 5852

Synonyms

(2S)-2-Amino-3-methyl-3-sulfanylbutanoic acid
3-Mercapto-D-valine
Cuprenil
Cuprimine
Cupripen
D-Valine, 3-mercapto-
Depen
Kuprenil
penicillamine
Trolovol

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Fine, white or practically white, crystalline powder
Odour: Slight characteristic odor
Melting Point: 198.5 °C
pKa: pKa = 1.8

Source: PubChem CID 5852 (HSDB, DrugBank)

Frequently asked questions

What is D-Penicillamine used for?

D-Penicillamine is used in the treatment of Wilson's disease and rheumatoid arthritis, and it is also used in the chelation of heavy metals.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-Penicillamine?

The formula is C5H11NO2S with a molecular weight of 149.21 g/mol.

How should D-Penicillamine be stored?

It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.

What grade of D-Penicillamine does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies D-Penicillamine in research grade.

Can Molekula supply D-Penicillamine in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply D-Penicillamine in bulk; please contact our sales team for volume pricing.

What documentation comes with a D-Penicillamine order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Related products

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.