Thermo Scientific Chemicals

D-Alanine, 99%

Catalog number: A10231.14
25 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

D-Alanine, 99%

Catalog number: A10231.14
25 g, Each
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Catalog number: A10231.14
also known as A10231-14
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
338-69-2
IUPAC Name
(2R)-2-aminopropanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C3H7NO2
InChI Key
QNAYBMKLOCPYGJ-UWTATZPHSA-N
SMILES
C[C@@H](N)C(O)=O
Appearance (Color)
White to pale cream
Form
Crystalline powder or powder
Assay (Titration)
≥98.5 to ≤101.5% (Dried basis) (U.S. specification)
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥98.5 to ≤101.5% (non-U.S. specification)
Comment
Purchased in the U.S. and in other countries

Description

D-Alanine is essential for the biosynthesis of peptidoglycan crosslinking sub-units that are used for bacterial cell walls.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
D-Alanine is essential for the biosynthesis of peptidoglycan crosslinking sub-units that are used for bacterial cell walls.

Solubility
Soluble in water (155 mg/ml at 20°C), ethanol (slightly), and pyridine (slightly). Insoluble in ether, and acetone.

Notes
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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