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L-β-Imidazolelactic acid (CAS 14403-45-3)

Synonym:2-Hydroxy-3-(4-Imidazolyl)propanoic acid
Application:Used in the study and characterization of histidine proteins
CAS Number:14403-45-3
Molecular Weight:156.14
Molecular Formula:C6H8N2O3
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Product NameCatalog #UnitPriceQtyAdd 
L-β-Imidazolelactic acid sc-286037 100 mg $200
L-β-Imidazolelactic acid sc-286037A 1 g $400
Description
A buffer component often used in the study and characterization of histidine proteins. Lactic acid on its own is a poor buffer at physiological pH, the imidizole ring provides buffering capabilities. L-β-Imidazolelactic acid has also been shown to provoke antioxidant effects at high concentrations (5-10 mM) in oxidative stress studies.
Technical Information
Storage:Store at 4° C
Safety and Reference Information
PubChem CID:440129
SMILES:C1=C(NC=N1)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)O
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
References
1. Tansini, C.M., et al. 2004. Int. J. Dev. Neurosci. 22: 67-72. PMID: 15036381
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