Product Name: 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride

Synonyms: evuL; 5-Ala; 5-ALA HCL; 5-AminoL; inic acid hydrochL; d-Aminolevulinic Acid, HCl; 5-Amino-15N-levulinic Acid HCl; 5-Aminolevulinic-3-13C Acid HCl; 5-amino-3-oxopentanoic acid, HCl; Aminolevulinic Acid Hydrochloride; 5-Aminolevulinicacid hydrochloride; 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride; 5-Amino-4-ketovaleric acid hydrochloride

CAS No.: 5451-09-2

EINECS No.: 226-679-5

Molecular Formula: C5H10ClNO3

Molecular Weight: 167.59

Brief Introduction:

5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride, also known as 5-Amino-4-ketovaleric acid hydrochloride and 5-ALA HCL, is white or light yellow powder, hygroscopic and irritating, and relatively sensitive to light. 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride is soluble in water, ethanol, very slightly soluble in ethyl acetate, the molecular formula is C5H10ClNO3, and the molecular weight is 167.59.

Specifications of our Food Grade 5-Aminolevulinic Acid Hydrochloride:

Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification	Retention time of HPLC
	HNMR
Loss on Drying	Not more than 2.0%
Melting Point	155℃ ~ 157℃
Residue on Ignition	Not more than 0.5%
Heavy Metals	Not more than 20 ppm
Iron	Not more than 20 ppm
Assay	Not less than 98.0%

Specifications of our Pharmaceutical Grade 5-Aminolevulinic Acid Hydrochloride(USP 40):

Appearance		White or almost white powder
Identification		1) The retention time of the major peak of the Sample solution corresponds to that of the Standard solution, as obtained in the Assay.
		2) Consistent with the IR spectrum of the Standard.
		3) Meets the requirements of Chloride.
pH Value		2.5 ~ 2.9
Loss on Drying		Not more than 0.5%
Residue on Ignition		Not more than 0.3%
Assay		Aminolevulinic Acid Hydrochloride contains NLT 98.0% and NMT 102.0% (Calculated on the anhydrous basis)
Related Substances	Aminolevulinic acid related compound A	Not more than 0.15%
	Aminolevulinic acid related compound B	Not more than 0.15%
	Any individual unspecified impurity	Not more than 0.10%
	Any other total impurities	Not more than 0.5%
Residual Solvents	Acetic acid	Not more than 5000ppm
	Acetone	Not more than 5000ppm
	N-heptane	Not more than 5000ppm
	Ethyl acetate	Not more than 5000ppm
	Tetrahydrofuran	Not more than 720ppm

Applications of our 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride (5-ALA HCL):

5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride can be used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. It has certain applications in organic synthetic chemistry, and it can be used for the structural modification and synthesis of anti-tumor drug molecules and bioactive molecules. For example, it is an intermediate in the biosynthesis of heme in the body and a precursor for the synthesis of the organic molecule tetrapyrrole. 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride can also be used in biochemical research and can also be used as a substrate for 5-aminolevonate dehydrogenase.

Packaging:

1kg/Bag, 5kg/Carton, 10kg/Carton, 25kg/Drum or according to the specific requirements from customers.

Storage Conditions:

Preserved in unopened original containers in a cool dry place before using; kept away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.

Shelf Life:

24 months if stored under above mentioned conditions.