Molekula
N-Acetylcarnosine
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
N-Acetylcarnosine is a stable derivative of carnosine, used primarily in ophthalmic formulations for its antioxidant properties and potential to support eye health. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 268.27 g/mol, a molecular formula of C11H16N4O4, and a CAS number of 56353-15-2. Store at 2 to 8 °C. This product carries a warning signal word. Molekula supplies N-Acetylcarnosine 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 — £70.60 per pack ex VAT · £84.72 inc. VAT
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25 g — £178.70 per pack ex VAT · £214.44 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off white Powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥98.0% |
| Specific rotation | +24.5 to +27.5° |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 6.5% |
| Storage Temperature | +20 ° |
| Mesh | 80% through 80 mesh |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 425 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89989576 |
| CAS Number | 56353-15-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S)-2-(3-acetamidopropanoylamino)-3-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)propanoic acid |
| EC Number | 260-123-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H16N4O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 268.27 |
| Exact Mass | 268.1172 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)NCCC(=O)N[C@@H](CC1=CN=CN1)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | BKAYIFDRRZZKNF-VIFPVBQESA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H16N4O4/c1-7(16)13-3-2-10(17)15-9(11(18)19)4-8-5-12-6-14-8/h5-6,9H,2-4H2,1H3,(H,12,14)(H,13,16)(H,15,17)(H,18,19)/t9-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 9903482 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29321910 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, 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
- (2S)-2-(3-acetamidopropanoylamino)-3-(1h-imidazol-5-yl)propanoic acid
- (2S)-2-{[3-(acetylamino)propanoyl]amino}-3-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)propanoic acid
- (3-Acetamidopropanoyl)-L-histidine
- (S)-2-(3-Acetamidopropanamido)-3-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)propanoic acid
- ACE CNS
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- N-acetyl-beta-alanyl-L-histidine
- N-Acetyl-L-carnosine
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Frequently asked questions
What is N-Acetylcarnosine used for?
N-Acetylcarnosine is primarily used in research and pharmaceutical applications, particularly in studies related to antioxidant activity and potential eye health benefits.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Acetylcarnosine?
The chemical formula is C11H16N4O4 with a molecular weight of 268.27 g/mol.
How should N-Acetylcarnosine be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of N-Acetylcarnosine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies N-Acetylcarnosine in research-grade purity suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply N-Acetylcarnosine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply N-Acetylcarnosine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of N-Acetylcarnosine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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