L-Phenylalanine

[Structural formula]: [Molecular Formula]: C9H11NO2 [Molecular weight]: 165.19 [Properties]: White scaly crystal or white crystal powder, with special smell and bitterness. It'll be melted and decomposed at about 283 slightly soluble in water and ether. [Usage]: L-Phenylalanine is one of the eight essential amino acids, mainly used as Food enhancing agent, functions as an antidepressant, helps improve memory, and maintains mood elevation. It is a main raw material for the synthesis of Aspartame. It's available for formatting complex amino acid. [Quality] Pharma Grade (USP32), Food Grade (FCC Ⅴ) or according to buyer’s requirement. Items Pharma Grade(USP32) Food Grade(FCCⅤ) Description White crystalline powder White crystalline powder Assay(on dry matter ） 98.5% ～ 101.5% 98.5% ～ 101.5% Specific rotation -32.7º ～ -34.7 º -33.2º ～ -35.2 º PH(1:100) 5.4 ～ 6.0 5.4 ～6.0 Loss on drying 0.3% Max 0.2% Max Residue on ignition 0.4% Max 0.1% Max Chloride 0.05% Max -- Sulfate 0.03% Max -- Iron 0.003% Max -- Heavy metals 0.0015% Max -- Lead -- 5mg/kg Max chromatographic purity Pass USP test -- [Packing]: In fiber drum of 25KG net each or according to buyer’s need. [Transport and Storage]: Handle with cares to avoid damaging the package, protects them from sunshine or rain. Don't transport it with poisonous or harmful goods. Stored in shaded, cool and dry places.