What is L-Alanine?
L-Alanine is produced from L-Aspartic acid using the enzyme Aspartate β-decarboxylase. Besides being a widely used, safe food additive, it’s also available as a non-essential amino acid in supplement form. L-Alanine participates in the metabolism of sugars and acids, boosting immunity and providing energy for bodily functions.
Benefits of L-Alanine
- L-Alanine can be used as a non-insulin-activated carbohydrate supplement, helping to lower blood sugar and prolong sleep. Combined with protein supplements, it can boost daytime energy.
- L-Alanine can be obtained in a variety of ways. It’s found in most foods, such as meat, dairy products, vegetables, fruits, and soy products. It can also be supplemented through commercially available health supplements.
- L-Alanine has a significant effect on muscle recovery and is particularly suitable for those who engage in heavy exercise and high-intensity labor. It provides nutritional support for muscles and also supplies some essential nutrients for organs such as the heart, liver, and kidneys.
- L-Alanine accelerates the absorption and utilization of nutrients like glucose and amino acids, thereby increasing the body’s metabolic rate and boosting immunity.
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A Brief Introduction to L-Alanine
Molecular Formula: C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight: 89.09
CAS No：56-41-7
Appearance:Colorless to white crystalline powder
Regular commercial package: 25kg/drum
Application of L-Alanine
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Food AdditiveL-Alanine is added to foods and beverages to enhance their flavor and is directly absorbed by cells, improving protein utilization and providing energy.
Nutritional SupplementBesides being an important raw material for synthesizing vitamin B6, it is also a component of the “Spermatogenic Amino Acid Infusion” supplement.
Flavor Enhancer and SeasoningIt improves taste, for example, as a vinegar flavor enhancer, enhancing the flavor of organic vinegar.
Biochemical ResearchL-Alanine can be used in biochemical research, tissue culture, and liver function tests.
L-Alanine VS β-alanine VS D-Alanine
All three amino acids are non-essential and can be synthesized by the human body. However, due to their different species, their functions and usage environments are not completely similar. In terms of functional comparison, L-Alanine has the most extensive range of uses, being used in various bodily functions, while β-amino acids are more effective for muscle endurance. The biggest difference between M-L-alanine and D-alanine lies in their three-dimensional structures. Due to these structural differences, their biological activities and interactions with enzymes and other molecules in the body differ.
About Highassay
Highassay is a Chinese supplier of L-Alanine raw materials. We provide high-purity, high-quality L-Alanine powdered raw materials. Our products meet various product certifications and feature a comprehensive range of advantages, including standardized workshops, a professional team, and specialized packaging and custom packaging services. We welcome your inquiries and purchases.
Specification of L-Alanine
| L-Alanine | CP2020 | EP11 | EP8 | USP2023 | USP32 | AJI92 |
| Assay | ≥98.5% | 98.5～101.0 % | 98.5～101.0 % | 98.5-101.5% | 98.5-101.5% | 99.0-101.0% |
| PH | 5.5-7.0 | / | / | 5.5-7.0 | 5.5-7.0 | 5.7-6.7 |
| Specific rotation[a]D20 | +14.0°-+15.0° | +13.5°-+15.5° | +13.5°-+15.5° | +13.7°-+15.1° | +13.7°-+15.1° | +14.3°-+15.2° |
| Specific rotation[a]D25 | / | / | / | / | / | / |
| Transmittance(T430) | ≥98.0% | / | / | / | / | ≥98.0% |
| Appearance of solution | / | clear & colorless ≤BY6 | / | / | / | / |
| Chloride(Cl) | ≤0.02% | ≤0.02% | ≤0.02% | ≤0.05% | ≤0.05% | ≤0.02% |
| Ammonium(NH4) | ≤0.02% | ≤0.02% | ≤0.02% | / | / | ≤0.02% |
| Sulfate(SO4) | ≤0.02% | ≤0.03% | ≤0.03% | ≤0.03% | ≤0.03% | ≤0.02% |
| Iron(Fe) | ≤10PPM | ≤10PPM | ≤10PPM | ≤30PPM | ≤30PPM | ≤10PPM |
| Heavy metals(Pb) | ≤10PPM | / | ≤10PPM | / | ≤15PPM | ≤10PPM |
| Arsenic | ≤1PPM | / | / | / | / | ≤1PPM |
| Other amino acids | ≤0.5% | / | / | Maleic acid ≤ 0.05% Malic acid ≤ 0.05% Fumaric acid ≤ 0.05% Any unspecified impurity ≤ 0.05% Total impurities≤ 0.20% | Individual impurities≤0.5% Total impurities≤2.0% | conform |
| Ninhydrin-positive substances | / | Each impurity≤ 0.1 % Total impurities≤ 0.5 % | / | / | / | / |
| Loss on drying | ≤0.20% | ≤0.50% | ≤0.50% | ≤0.20% | ≤0.20% | ≤0.20% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤0.10% | ≤0.10% | ≤0.10% | ≤0.15% | ≤0.15% | ≤0.10% |
| Endotoxin | ＜ 20 EU/g | ＜ 20 EU/g | / | ＜ 20 EU/g | / | / |
| Total plate count | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 1000 CFU/g |
| Moulds & Yeasts | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 100 CFU/g |
