L-Hyp-OH; (-)-4-Hydroxy-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic Acid; (2S,4R)-(-)-4-Hydroxyproline; (R)-4-Hydroxy-(S)-proline; 4(R)-Hydroxy-2(S)-pyrrolidinecarboxylic Acid; 4-trans-Hydroxy-L-proline; L-Hypro; NSC 46704
A natural constituent of animal structural proteins such as collagen and elastin. Several microorganisms producing proline trans-4- and cis-3-hydroxylase were discovered and these enzymes were applied to the industrial production of trans-4- and cis-3-hydroxy-L-proline.
Synonyms
L-Hyp-OH; (-)-4-Hydroxy-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic Acid; (2S,4R)-(-)-4-Hydroxyproline; (R)-4-Hydroxy-(S)-proline; 4(R)-Hydroxy-2(S)-pyrrolidinecarboxylic Acid; 4-trans-Hydroxy-L-proline; L-Hypro; NSC 46704
Molecular Formula
C₅H₉NO₃
Appearance
White to off-white crystalline powder.
Specific Rotation (C=4, H2O)
-74.0° to -77.0°
Residue on Ignition
≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (Pb)
≤0.001%
Storage and Stability
Store powder at 4ºC. Stable for 12 months after receipt. Meets or exceeds USP specifications.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
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