5-Aminolevulinic acid HCl

• CAT Number: A000919
• CAS Number: 5451-09-2
• Molecular Formula: C5H9NO3 • HCl
• Molecular Weight: 167.60
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
• Storage: 3 years -20C powder
• IUPAC Name: 5-amino-4-oxopentanoic acid;hydrochloride
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H9NO3.ClH/c6-3-4(7)1-2-5(8)9;/h1-3,6H2,(H,8,9);1H
• InChIKey: ZLHFONARZHCSET-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(CC(=O)O)C(=O)CN.Cl

5-Aminolevulinic acid HCl (Cat No.:A000919) is a photosensitizing agent used in photodynamic therapy (PDT) and fluorescence-guided surgery. It is a precursor in the heme biosynthesis pathway, leading to the accumulation of protoporphyrin IX, which fluoresces under specific light. This property makes 5-ALA HCl effective for diagnosing and treating various cancers, including skin and brain tumors, by highlighting malignant tissues for precise removal. Additionally, it is used in dermatology to treat actinic keratosis. 5-ALA HCl’s targeted action and minimal invasiveness make it valuable in modern medical treatments.