β-N-methylamino-L-alanine hydrochloride

β-N-methylamino-L-alanine hydrochloride (BMAA hydrochloride) is a neurotoxin produced by cyanobacteria. β-N-methylamino-L-alanine hydrochloride could cause amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and possibly other neurodegenerative diseases.

Product information

CAS Number: 16012-55-8

Molecular Weight: 154.60

Formula: C4H11ClN2O2

Synonym:

BMAA hydrochloride

Chemical Name: (2S)-2-amino-3-(methylamino)propanoic acid; chlorohydrogen

Smiles: Cl.CNC[C@H](N)C(O)=O

InChiKey: VDXYGASOGLSIDM-DFWYDOINSA-N

InChi: InChI=1S/C4H10N2O2.ClH/c1-6-2-3(5)4(7)8;/h3,6H,2,5H2,1H3,(H,7,8);1H/t3-;/m0./s1

Technical Data

Appearance: Solid Power

Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)

Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis

Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 ^oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.

Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 ^oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Drug Formulation: To be determined

HS Tariff Code: 382200

References:

1. Caller T, et, al. The Potential Role of BMAA in Neurodegeneration. Neurotox Res. 2018 Jan; 33(1): 222-226.
2. Cox PA, et, al. BMAA and Neurodegenerative Illness. Neurotox Res. 2018 Jan; 33(1): 178-183.
3. Okamoto S, et, al. β-N-methylamino-L-alanine (BMAA) suppresses cell cycle progression of non-neuronal cells. Sci Rep. 2018 Dec 20; 8(1): 17995.

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