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5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride, 99%
Description
5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride finds an important role as a precursor in the synthesis of tetrapyrroles such as chlorophyll and heme. It is widely utilized in photodynamic therapy of diseases namely, Paget’s disease and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection-associated cervical condylomata acuminata.
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5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride finds an important role as a precursor in the synthesis of tetrapyrroles such as chlorophyll and heme. It is widely utilized in photodynamic therapy of diseases namely, Paget’s disease and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection-associated cervical condylomata acuminata.
Solubility
Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide, methanol and water.
Notes
Store in a cool place.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼156°C (decomposition) |
Beilstein | 3690651 |
Merck Index | 14,446 |
Quantity | 100 mg |
Formula Weight | 167.59 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Chemical Name or Material | 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride |
Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Product Code |
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T03L035 | Certificate of Analysis | 06/07/2025 | A16942.MC,A16942.04,A16942.ME |
Q02L006 | Certificate of Analysis | 17/05/2025 | A16942.MC,A16942.04,A16942.ME |
X25K046 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/11/2024 | A16942.MC,A16942.04,A16942.ME |
Q24K017 | Certificate of Analysis | 11/06/2024 | A16942.MC,A16942.04,A16942.ME |
Z15J011 | Certificate of Analysis | 11/01/2024 | A16942.MC,A16942.04,A16942.ME |
Safety and Handling

- 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride
RUO – Research Use Only
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