Aminoadipic acid

SKU: orb1302636

Description

DL-2-Aminoadipic acid is a key metabolite in lysine degradation. It acts as an NMDA receptor antagonist and inhibits kynurenic acid synthesis, making it a valuable tool for neuroscience research, particularly in studies of excitotoxicity and glutamatergic signaling in vitro and in vivo.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 542-32-5
• MW: 161.16
• Purity: 99.84% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₆H₁₁NO₄
• SMILES: C(C(C(O)=O)N)CCC(O)=O
• Target: Calcium Channel,ROS,Endogenous Metabolite,NOD-like Receptor (NLR)
• Solubility: DMSO:Insoluble;H2O:10 mM

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Endogenous Metabolite, DL-2-Aminoadipic acid, Aminoadipic acid, EndogenousMetabolite

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

469