DL-Aspartic acid [617-45-8]

Dl-Aspartic Acid [617-45-8] is a technically defined substance with the molecular formula HOOCCH2CH(NH2)COOH and a molecular weight of 133.10. This compound belongs to the Amino Acids category. It is supplied as white crystals or crystalline powder with a purity of at least 98%, as specified for this SKU. Other amino acids are not detectable, and it has a specific rotation between -0.5° and +0.5°. Additionally, it conforms to stringent quality standards, with chloride content limited to 0.10%, loss on drying not exceeding 0.20%, and residue on ignition also capped at 0.20%. Arsenic and heavy metal contents are also tightly controlled, with both being less than 2 ppm and 10 ppm respectively. This versatile compound is widely used in various applications due to its unique properties.

• CAS Number: 617-45-8
• Categories: Amino Acids
• Molecular Formula: HOOCCH2CH(NH2)COOH
• Exact Mass: 133.03750770
• Assay: ≥98%
• Molecular Weight: 133.10
• Appearance: White crystals or crystalline powder
• Arsenic (as As2O3): ≤2 ppm