threonine

L-Threonine

72-19-5
Product Name L-Threonine
CAS No. 72-19-5
Molecular weight 119.119
Molecular Formula C4H9NO3
 
Product Name
L-Threonine
Appearance
White crystalline powder 
Specification
99%
Test Method
HPLC
Storage
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder.
Shelf Time
24 months 
 
L-Threonine (L-Threonine) is an organic substance with the chemical formula C4H9NO3 and the molecular formula NH2-CH(COOH)-CHOH-CH3.
L-Threonine was discovered in fibrin hydrolysate by W. C. Ro in 1935 and proved to be the last essential amino acid to be discovered. Its chemical name is α-amino-β-hydroxybutyric acid, and there are four stereoisomers, and the only one that is biologically active is the L L-type.
Xi'an Huawave Biotech Co., Ltd. is a professional L-Threonine manufacturer and L-Threonine supplier . We are committed to providing customers with professional research and development, production and sales, as well as OEM and ODM processing services.
     
Threonine is an essential amino acid, which means that the body cannot synthesise threonine on its own and must obtain it through the diet. Threonine performs a variety of important physiological functions in the human body and has a wide range of applications in medicine, nutrition and the food industry. Below are some of the main effects and applications of threonine:
Effects:
Protein synthesis: As a basic component of protein, Threonine is essential for the growth and development of the body.
Fat metabolism: Threonine helps to maintain normal fat metabolism, which is beneficial to liver health.
Immune function: Threonine is useful for maintaining healthy immune system function.
Nervous system function: Threonine is a precursor for the synthesis of serine and glycine, amino acids that are essential for the synthesis of neurotransmitters.
Maintaining Heart Health: Threonine helps maintain normal heart function.
Food industry:
Used as a food additive to fortify infant formulas, special dietary products, etc. to ensure an adequate supply of essential amino acids.
As one of the ingredients in sports nutrition products to help improve performance and recovery.
As a flavour enhancer in food processing.
Pharmaceutical Industry:
Used as an ingredient in certain medicines, especially in amino acid infusions to provide patients with essential amino acids.
Used in the treatment of certain metabolic disorders or malnutrition, such as in certain inherited disorders of amino acid metabolism.
Nutraceuticals:
Used as a nutritional supplement to support muscle growth and recovery, especially during intense training or rehabilitation.
Used to support immune system function, especially during periods of stress or recovery from illness.
Animal Feed:
Threonine is also widely used in livestock and poultry feed to promote animal growth and health.
Used as an ingredient in pet food to help maintain muscle health and immune function.