L-Mimosine
Also known as: Mimosine, Leucenol, Leucenine, Leucaenine, Leucaenol, NSC 69188, (S)-2-Amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxopyridin-1(4H)-yl)propanoic acid, L(-)-Mimosine, L-Leucinine, MFCD00075909
L-Mimosine (CAS 500-44-7) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10N2O4 and a molecular weight of 198.18 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 224-228 °C, a boiling point of 428.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.544g/cm3 and a flash point of 213ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 500-44-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-48466-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10N2O4
- Molecular Weight
- 198.18 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 224-228 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 428.6ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.544g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 213ºC |
| Exact Mass | 198.06400 |
| PSA | 105.55000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.645 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Keiko Murakami, et al. Generation of reactive oxygen species by hydroxypyridone compound/iron complexes. Redox Rep. 2020 Dec;25(1):59-63. [2]. Michael D H Honda, et al. Mimosine facilitates metallic cation uptake by plants through formation of mimosine-cation complexes.Plant Mol Biol. 2020 Mar;102(4-5):431-445. [3]. MaherHallakMSc, et al. Mimosine Induces Apoptosis through Metal Ion Chelation, Mitochondrial Activation and Reactive Oxygen Species Production in Human Leukemic Cells. Blood.2004, Nov 16, 104 (11): 4481. [4]. K S Kulp, et al. Mimosine blocks cell cycle progression by chelating iron in asynchronous human breast cancer cells. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 1996 Aug;139(2):356-64. [5]. Pipatpong Kanla, et al. Acute Effects of Mimosine Purified from Leucaena leucocephala on Male Reproductive System of Adult Mice. Int. J. Morphol., 36(2):507-512, 2018. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933399090 |
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| Summary | 2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of L-Mimosine?
The CAS number of L-Mimosine is 500-44-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Mimosine?
L-Mimosine has molecular formula C8H10N2O4 and molecular weight 198.18 g/mol.
Is L-Mimosine hazardous?
L-Mimosine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Mimosine?
For L-Mimosine, Upstream Products: 3,4-Dihydroxypyridine, O-Acetyl-L-serine, L-Serine.
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