Ala-Ala-Ala
Ala-Ala-Ala (CAS No. 5874-90-8), also known as L-alanyl-L-alanyl-L-alanine, is a tripeptide composed of three alanine residues. With a molecular weight of 231.25 g/mol and a purity of 99% min, it appears as a white solid and is typically used as a component in cell culture media and pharmaceutical formulations. In nutrient-controlled environments, Ala-Ala-Ala can serve as an efficient amino acid supplement, promoting protein synthesis and supporting cell growth. It is available in 25 kg fiber drums and should be stored at –20 °C.
- CAS No.: 5874-90-8
- Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₇N₃O₄
- Purity: 99% min
- Appearance White solid
- Molecular Weight 231.25 g/mol
- Density 1.227 g/cm³
- Boiling Point 566.5 °C at 760 mmHg
- Melting Point N/A
- Flash Point 296.4 °C
- Packaging 25 kg per fibre drum
- Storage Conditions –20 °C
- Customs Code 2924199090
- Product Name
- Ala-Ala-Ala;
- L-alanyl-L-alanyl-L-alanine;
- Alanyl-alanyl-alanine;
- H-Ala-Ala-Ala-OH;
- (S)-2-((S)-2-((S)-2-Aminopropanamido)propanamido)propanoic acid
- Production capacity 200 kg/month
- Applications Cell culture media ingredient, active pharmaceutical ingredient (API)
How is Ala-Ala-Ala used to enhance cell culture performance?
As a tripeptide composed entirely of alanine, Ala-Ala-Ala provides a clean source of amino nitrogen. It supports protein biosynthesis and can enhance nutrient efficiency in defined media, contributing to improved cell growth and metabolic performance in high-density culture systems.