| Formula / Notation | C3H7NO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 56-41-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 89.09 |
| Melting Point | 300 dec °C |
| Boiling Point | 250 °C (sublimes) |
| Density | 1.432 g/cu cm at 22 °C |
| Solubility | 164000 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Other Solid |
| Also Known As | (2S)-2-aminopropanoic acid; 56-41-7; alanine; (S)-Alanine; (2S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid; L-alpha-alanine; (S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid; L-2-Aminopropionic acid; 2-Aminopropionic acid; L-(+)-Alanine |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is L-Alanine?
L-alanine is the L-enantiomer of alanine. It has a role as an EC 4.3.1.15 (diaminopropionate ammonia-lyase) inhibitor and a fundamental metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, an alanine, a pyruvate family amino acid and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-alaninium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-alaninate. It is an enantiomer of a D-alanine. It is a tautomer of a L-alanine zwitterion.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2S)-2-aminopropanoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: (2S)-2-aminopropanoic acid; 56-41-7; alanine; (S)-Alanine; (2S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid; L-alpha-alanine; (S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid; L-2-Aminopropionic acid; 2-Aminopropionic acid; L-(+)-Alanine
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 300 dec °C |
| Boiling Point | 250 °C (sublimes) |
| Density | 1.432 g/cu cm at 22 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 89.09 |
| Solubility | 164000 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Other Solid |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
L-alanine is the L-enantiomer of alanine. It has a role as an EC 4.3.1.15 (diaminopropionate ammonia-lyase) inhibitor and a fundamental metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, an alanine, a pyruvate family amino acid and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-alaninium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-alaninate. It is an enantiomer of a D-alanine. It is a tautomer of a L-alanine zwitterion.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for L-Alanine is: C3H7NO2