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Proline Amino Acid
Chemical Name: L-Proline
CAS No.: 147-85-3
MF:C5H9NO2
MW:115.13
Purity: 99% or according to customer requirements
Color:White
Product Categories: Amino Acids;alpha-Amino Acids;Biochemistry;Nutritional Supplements;L-Amino Acids;Food & Feed ADDITIVES;
Test method: HPLC
Description
What is Proline Amino Acid?
One of the twenty amino acids that make up proteins and are utilized in living organisms is proline. Although the IUPAC definition of an imine calls for a double bond between carbon and nitrogen, proline structure amino acid is sometimes referred to as an imino acid. Glutamic acid is used to make proline, a non-essential amino acid. It is necessary for the joints and tendons to function properly, and it is a necessary component of collagen.
Proline amino acid is a protein building block and an amino acid. The body can make proline all alone, however it is additionally consumed in the eating regimen. An ordinary eating routine contains around 5 grams of proline everyday. Protein-rich foods like meat, fish, and dairy are the primary sources. Additionally, proline can be taken as a supplement.
Amino acid proline is used to heal skin, especially for people whose bodies don’t make enough proline. It is also used to treat other conditions, but none of these uses are supported by solid scientific evidence.
Proline is used as a stabilizer in medicine to extend the shelf life of some prescription products.
Basic information
| Product Name: | L-Proline |
| Synonyms: | L-Proline; L-2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid; L-PROLINE, NATURAL; L-PROLINE, SYNTHETIC;L-(-)-PROLINE ((S)-(-)-PROLINE); L-PROLINE 99%; Prolinum; Prolina; (S)-Pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid |
| CAS: | 147-85-3 |
| MF: | C5H9NO2 |
| MW: | 115.13 |
| EINECS: | 205-702-2 |
| Product Categories: | Amino Acids;alpha-Amino Acids;Biochemistry;Nutritional Supplements;L-Amino Acids;Food & Feed ADDITIVES; |
Chemical Structure
Chemical Properties
| Melting point | 228 °C (dec.) (lit.) |
| alpha | -85.5 º (c=4, H2O) |
| Boiling point | 215.41°C (rough estimate) |
| density | 1.35 |
| FEMA | 3319 | L-PROLINE |
| refractive index | -85 ° (C=4, H2O) |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| solubility | H2O: 50 mg/mL |
| pka | 1.95, 10.64(at 25℃) |
| form | powder |
| color | White |
| PH | 6.0-7.0 (25℃, 1M in H2O) |
| optical activity | [α]20/D 85.0±1.0°, c = 5% in H2O |
| Water Solubility | soluble |
| λmax | λ: 260 nm Amax: 0.05 λ: 280 nm Amax: 0.05 |
| Sensitive | Hygroscopic |
| JECFA Number | 1425 |
| Merck | 14,7780 |
| BRN | 80810 |
| Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
| InChIKey | ONIBWKKTOPOVIA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Usage And Synthesis
| Chemical Properties | White crystalline powder |
| L-Proline, an amino acid, is odorless or has a slight, characteristic odor with a slightly sweet taste. | |
| Occurrence | Reported found as a component in many proteins; also widely occurring as the free acid in natural products. A major constituent of collagen, the main fibrous protein found in bone, cartilage and other connective tissue. |
| Uses | amino acid, nutrient |
Proline Amino Acid Benefits:
One of the most important reasons to take L-proline supplements is to support joint and skin health. It might also aid in the recovery from injuries and muscle growth.
Support for healthy skin
Proline amino acid is frequently used to promote healthy skin growth. This utilization is regularly joined with fundamental supplements, for example, vitamin B6, L-ascorbic acid and niacin to guarantee a sufficient inventory of the chemicals required for this cycle.
Injury support
Because it plays a role in the production of connective tissue, proline structure amino acid may also be helpful for skin injuries.
Support for muscle health
A decrease in proline amino acid levels is frequently observed in athletes who engage in prolonged, strenuous workouts. They may benefit from taking L-proline supplements to maintain muscle mass.
Joint help
Amino acid proline is a forerunner for hydroxyproline, which is utilized to orchestrate collagen. This protein is used to restore cartilage and cushion joints.
Technical Support & Resources
Information provided in the product description is from published literature. Due to the nature of scientific experimentation, your results (e.g., selectivity and effective concentrations) or specific application for this product may differ. If you have questions about how this product fits your application, please contact our technical support staff.
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