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Chemical structure of L-Threonine | 72-19-5
CAS: 72-19-5
SKU: S3118
L-Threonine | SKU: S3118
Chemical structure of L-Threonine | 72-19-5
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Specifications

Melting Point255°C
pH5.0 to 6.5
ColorWhite
Assay Percent Range99.0 to 101.0 %
PackagingGlass Bottle
Formula Weight119.12
Physical FormPowder/Solid
Chemical Name or MaterialL-Threonine
Alpha VectorThreonine
Ignition Residue0.1% max.
Loss on Drying0.2% max.
IdentificationPass Test
Specific Rotation'-27.6 to -29.0° (+ or -)
Merck Index15, 9534
Heavy Metals (as Pb)10ppm max.
Ammonium0.02% max.
Related SubstancesConforms
State of Solution (%T)98.0% min.

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Product Description

6288

Synonym : l-threonine, threonine, threonin, h-thr-oh, 2s,3r-2-amino-3-hydroxybutanoic acid, s-threonine, l—threonine, 2-amino-3-hydroxybutyric acid, threonine van, threoninum latin

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FAQs: L-Threonine

L-threonine is an essential amino acid important for protein synthesis, immune function, and gut health. It must be obtained through diet or supplementation as the body cannot produce it.

The L threonine structure consists of a central carbon atom bonded to an amino group, a carboxyl group, a hydrogen atom, and a hydroxyl-containing side chain—making it a polar amino acid.

L threonine uses include its role as a nutritional supplement in animal feed, pharmaceuticals, and food products. It supports muscle metabolism, immune response, and digestive tract health.

L threonine hydroxide refers to the hydroxyl-functional group present in the side chain of L-threonine, contributing to its polarity and reactivity in biochemical and industrial applications.

Yes, L-threonine is widely used in biotechnological and fermentation processes for producing amino acid-enriched feeds and as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis.