(S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid

Name: (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-044903

Reference StandardAvailable on request

(S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid (CAS 1077-27-6) supplier Zemixal. Lab and bulk packs, batch COA, fast global delivery. Catalogue no. ZX-044903.

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(S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid chemical structure

CAS number1077-27-6

FormulaC₈H₁₄O₂S₂

Molar mass206.3 g/mol

Physical formSolid

HS code38229090

InChIKeyAGBQKNBQESQNJD-ZETCQYMHSA-N

IUPAC name5-[(3S)-dithiolan-3-yl]pentanoic acid

About (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid

Analytical teams working on Lipoic acid use (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid as a qualified comparison standard. Key data (Reference Standard): CAS 1077-27-6, formula C8H14O2S2 and molar mass 206.3 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Safe handling

Hazard communication follows GHS (Warning: H302). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and custom quantities are quoted on request. Each lot travels with a certificate of analysis with characterisation data. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

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Typical uses

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid
Product name	(S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid
Catalogue number	ZX-044903
CAS number	1077-27-6
IUPAC name	5-[(3S)-dithiolan-3-yl]pentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₄O₂S₂
Molar mass	206.3 g/mol
Exact mass	206.0435
Grade	Reference Standard
Physical form	Solid
XLogP3	1.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
Topological polar surface area	87.9 Å²
HS code	38229090
InChIKey	AGBQKNBQESQNJD-ZETCQYMHSA-N
SMILES	C1CSS[C@H]1CCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	445125
Synonyms	(S)-Thioctic Acid, (-)-Thioctic Acid, Thioctic acid l-form, L-6-thioctic acid, 5-[(3S)-1,2-dithiolan-3-yl]pentanoic acid, L-6,8-thioctic acid, S-Lipoate, Thioctic acid, (-)-, L-1,2-dithiolane 3-valeric acid, s-(-)-alpha-lipoic acid

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid

Which CAS number identifies (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid?

(S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid is registered under CAS 1077-27-6. You may also see it listed as (S)-Thioctic Acid, (-)-Thioctic Acid, Thioctic acid l-form. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-044903.

What are the formula and molar mass of (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid?

For (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid, its formula is C8H14O2S2 and its molar mass is 206.3 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 5-[(3S)-dithiolan-3-yl]pentanoic acid. InChIKey AGBQKNBQESQNJD-ZETCQYMHSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?

(S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Lipoic acid. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid?

This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid to my country?

Yes. Because (S)-(-)-α-Lipoic Acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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