Molekula
L-(+)-Norvaline
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L-(+)-Norvaline is a non-proteinogenic amino acid used in biochemical research and peptide synthesis. It serves as a building block for specialized peptides and metabolic studies. Available with a CAS number of 6600-40-4, molecular formula C5H11NO2, and molecular weight 117.15 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies L-(+)-Norvaline from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | +23 to +25 |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.02% |
| Assay | 98.5 - 101.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.10% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 80660777 |
| CAS Number | 6600-40-4 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S)-2-aminopentanoic acid |
| EC Number | 229-543-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH2CH2CH(NH2)CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 117.15 |
| Exact Mass | 117.079 |
| SMILES | CCC[C@@H](C(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | SNDPXSYFESPGGJ-BYPYZUCNSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H11NO2/c1-2-3-4(6)5(7)8/h4H,2-3,6H2,1H3,(H,7,8)/t4-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 65098 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2922.49.4950 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498540 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2S)-2-aminopentanoic acid
- (2S)-2-azaniumylpentanoate
- (S)-2-Aminopentanoic acid
- (S)-2-Aminovaleric acid
- alpha-Aminovaleric acid
- h-nva-oh
- L-2-aminopentanoate
- L-2-aminopentanoic acid
- L-2-Aminovaleric acid
- norvaline
Frequently asked questions
What is L-(+)-Norvaline used for?
L-(+)-Norvaline is primarily used as a building block in peptide synthesis and as a research chemical in biochemical studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-(+)-Norvaline?
The formula is C5H11NO2 and the molecular weight is 117.15 g/mol.
How should L-(+)-Norvaline be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of L-(+)-Norvaline does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies L-(+)-Norvaline in research grade.
Can Molekula supply L-(+)-Norvaline in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply L-(+)-Norvaline in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-(+)-Norvaline?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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