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R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid (R-ALA)

Original price $107.00 - Original price $393.00
Original price
$107.00
$107.00 - $393.00
Current price $107.00
Weight: 100 g (3.53 oz)

Properties

CAS number1200-22-2
EC number638-752-2
Molecular FormulaC8H14O2S2
Molecular Weight206.33 g/mol
SynonymsD-Lipoic-Acid;
R-(+)-Alpha Lipoic Acid;
R-(+)-1,2-dithiolane-3-yl) valeric acid
SourceSynthetically derived from caprylic acid
Physical FormPale yellow crystalline powder
SolubilitySoluble in organic solvents, slightly soluble in water
StandardMeets food grade specifications and higher quality standards

Description

R-Alpha Lipoic Acid is a high-quality antioxidant compound, classified as food grade or higher. It is renowned for its versatility and effectiveness in various applications. This product is meticulously produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards, ensuring optimal performance and safety for consumer use.

Speification:
Melting Point: 46 ºC~49 ºC
Assay: 99.0% min.
Specific rotation(C=1, ethanol): +110º~+120º
Cyclohexane: 0.388% max.
Total residual solvents: 0.5% max.
Loss on drying: 0.5% max.
Residue on ignition [sulfated]: 0.1% max.
Heavy metals [Pb]: 10ppm max.
Relate substances (HPLC)
  6,8-Epritrithiooctanoic acid: 0.2% max.
  Single unknown impurities: 0.1% max.
  Total unknown impurities: 1.0% max.

Application:
1) Enhances food preservation by protecting against oxidative degradation.
2) Acts as an additive in dietary supplements to support metabolic health.
3) Utilized in the formulation of health foods to improve nutritional profiles.
4) Serves as a component in weight management products due to its role in energy metabolism.
5) Employed in specialty food products for its potential anti-aging benefits.