Mimosine, 99%

Name: Mimosine, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002903

About Mimosine, 99%

Listed under CAS 500-44-7, Mimosine is a bioactive small molecule available from Vaqora Chemicals in Biochemistry grade, specified at 99% purity. Formula C8H10N2O4, molecular weight 198.18 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2-amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxo-1-pyridinyl)propanoic acid. Common synonyms include Leucenol and L-mimosine.

It is supplied as a white to brown to red powder. Literature values give a density of 1.54 g/cm3. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mimosine, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002903
CAS Number	500-44-7
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxo-1-pyridinyl)propanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀N₂O₄
Molecular weight	198.18 g/mol
Exact mass	198.0641
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29224990
InChIKey	WZNJWVWKTVETCG-YFKPBYRVSA-N
SMILES	C1=CN(C=C(C1=O)O)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	440473

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to brown to red powder
Density	1.54 g/cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 6
TPSA	104 Å²
Synonyms	(S)-a-Amino-ß-[1-(3-hydroxy-4-oxopyridine)]propionic acid, Leucenol, L-mimosine, Leucenine, Leucaenine, Leucaenol, Mimosin, (2S)-2-amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxopyridin-1-yl)propanoic acid, (2S)-2-amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridin-1-yl)propanoic acid, (S)-alpha-Amino-3-hydroxy-4-oxo-1(4H)-pyridylpropionic acid, 1(4H)-Pyridinepropanoic acid, alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-4-oxo-, (S)-, (S)-2-Amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxo-4H-pyridin-1-yl)propanoate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mimosine, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Mimosine, 99% is 500-44-7. It is also known as (S)-a-Amino-ß-[1-(3-hydroxy-4-oxopyridine)]propionic acid, Leucenol, L-mimosine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mimosine, 99%?

Mimosine, 99% has the molecular formula C8H10N2O4 and a molecular weight of 198.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-3-(3-hydroxy-4-oxo-1-pyridinyl)propanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Mimosine, 99% can I order?

We supply Mimosine, 99% in Biochemistry (99%) grade, in 100 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Mimosine, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Mimosine, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Mimosine, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mimosine, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.