L-Theanine

SKU: orb1305006

Description

L-Theanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid primarily found in Camellia sinensis tea leaves, known for inducing relaxation without drowsiness. It is widely used in neuroscience and nutrition research to study its effects on stress, cognition, and neurochemistry in both in vitro and in vivo models.

Research Area

Cell Biology, Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 3081-61-6
• MW: 174.20
• Purity: 99.81% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₇H₁₄N₂O₃
• SMILES: CCNC(=O)CC[C@H](N)C(O)=O
• Target: Apoptosis,Endogenous Metabolite,ROS,Reactive Oxygen Species
• Solubility: DMSO:Insoluble;H2O:160.00 mg/mL (918.48 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

anti-oxidative, anti-stress, anticancer, Apoptosis, L Theanine, inhibit, neuroprotective, LTheanine, L-Theanine, Endogenous Metabolite, glutathione, GSH, Inhibitor, Reactive Oxygen Species

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

439378