5-Aminolevulinic acid
Also known as: 5-Amino-4-oxopentanoic acid, Aminolevulinic acid, 5-Amino-4-oxovaleric acid, δ-Aminolevulinic acid, 5-Aminolevulinate, 5-Amino-4-oxo-pentanoic acid, Pentanoic acid, 5-amino-4-oxo-, MFCD00044485, EINECS 203-414-1
5-Aminolevulinic acid (CAS 106-60-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 131.130 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 298.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.3±21.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 106-60-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1001958-6
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 131.130 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 298.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 134.3±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 131.058243 |
| PSA | 80.39000 |
| LogP | -0.93 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.482 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Pedrosa-Gerasmio IR, et al. Effects of 5-Aminolevulinic Acid on Gene Expression, Immunity, and ATP Levels in Pacific White Shrimp, Litopenaeus vannamei. Mar Biotechnol (NY). 2018 Aug 25. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922509090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2922509090. other amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Aminolevulinic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Aminolevulinic acid is 106-60-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Aminolevulinic acid?
5-Aminolevulinic acid has molecular formula C5H9NO3 and molecular weight 131.130 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Aminolevulinic acid?
For 5-Aminolevulinic acid, Upstream Products: 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride, 5-(1,3-dioxoisoindolin-2-yl)-4-oxopentanoic acid, Methyl Acetylacrylate; Downstream Products: Coproporphyrin III tetramethyl ester, Uroporphyrin I, octamethyl ester, Porphobilinogen.
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