L-Alanine
Also known as: Ala, L-2-Aminopropionic acid, (S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid, H-Ala-OH, L-alpha-Alanine, Alanine, 2-Aminopropionic acid, alpha-Alanine, (S)-Alanine
L-Alanine (CAS 56-41-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 89.093 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 314.5 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 212.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.6±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 56-41-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1001301-1
- Molecular Formula
- C3H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 89.093 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 314.5 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 212.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.6±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 89.047676 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | -0.68 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.460 |
| Additional Property | 166.5 g/L (25 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Nagashima T, et al. Selective Elimination of Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells Using Medium with High Concentration of L-Alanine. Sci Rep. 2018 Aug 20;8(1):12427. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2930901000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of L-Alanine?
The CAS number of L-Alanine is 56-41-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Alanine?
L-Alanine has molecular formula C3H7NO2 and molecular weight 89.093 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Alanine?
For L-Alanine, Upstream Products: Sodium lactate, N-Carbobenzyloxy-L-alanine, Dihydrouracil; Downstream Products: 3,6-Dimethyl-2,5-piperazinedione, L-Alanyl-L-leucine, N-(3-Indolylacetyl)-L-alanine.
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