Mol File: 56-41-7.mol
L-Alanine Structure
L-Alanine Chemical Properties
mp 314.5 °C (dec.)(lit.)
alpha 14.5 º (c=10,6N HCl,dry sub.)
density 1,432 g/cm3
FEMA 3818
storage temp. Store at RT.
solubility H2O: 100 mg/mL
form powder
Water Solubility 166.5 g/L (25 ºC)
Merck 14,204
BRN 1720248
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference 56-41-7(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference Alanine(56-41-7)
EPA Substance Registry System L-Alanine(56-41-7)
USAGE:Used as a flavor enhancer. Can increase the seasoning flavoring effect; can also be used as sour taste correction agent to improve the acidity of organic acids.