Alpha Lipoic Acid (1077-28-7)

Chemical Name DL-6, 8-Dithiooctanoic acid; 5-(Dithiolan-3-yl)valeric acid
CAS Number
Molecular Formula
Molecular Weight 1077-28-7
C8H14O2S2
206.32
Molecular Structure
Packing 25kg/drum

Storage Store in a tightly sealed container away from heat and direct light, and in a cool dry place.
Application Alpha-lipoic acid is a potent antioxidant nutrient that has been used to treat diabetic neuropathy, however, its effects in diabetic cardiovascular disease

SPECIFICATION
Items Specification
Characteristics Slightly yellow crystalline powder, almost odorless
Identification Meets the requirements
Melting Point 60 ~ 62
Specific Rotation -1.0° ~ +1.0°
Loss on Drying ≤ 0.20%
Residue on Ignition ≤ 0.10%
Limit of Polymer Content ≤ 2.0%
6, 8-Epitrithlooctanolle Acid ≤ 0.10%
Single Impurity ≤ 0.10%
Total Impurities ≤ 0.50%
Heavy Metals ≤ 10ppm
Cyclohexane ≤ 1000ppm
Ethyl Acetate ≤ 250ppm
Toluene ≤ 20ppm
Particle Size 100% through 40 mesh
Assay 99.0 ~ 101.0%
Total Aerobes Count ≤ 1000cfu/g
Mould & Yeast ≤ 100cfu/g
E. Coli/Salmonella Negative
Staphylococcus Aureate Negative
Standard USP32