Coenzyme in the oxidative decarboxylation reactions of glucose metabolism and the citric acid cycle. Although it is an essential growth factor for various micro-organisms. a-Lipoic acid, is a naturally occuring coenzyme containing a disulfide that has been used to treat polyneuropathies and hepatic disorders. a-Lipoic acid is a potent inhibitor of NFKB activation and HIV-1 tat driven gene expression.
Purity: (same/more than) 98%
Identification: IR
Solubility (50mg/ml, ethanol): Clear, colorless, complete
Heavy Metals: (same/less than) 0.001%
Melting Point: 60-62 degrees C
Residue on Ignition: (same/less than) 0.1%
Loss on Drying: (same/less than)0.2%