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Amino Acids & Peptides

gamma-aminobutyric acid

CAS: 56-12-2

Overview

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (CAS 56-12-2 ), widely recognized in procurement and formulation markets as GABA, is a naturally occurring amino acid used across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic supply chains.

It functions as a bioactive ingredient in finished consumer products and as a reference compound or intermediate in life sciences manufacturing. In dietary supplement and functional food manufacturing, it is incorporated into capsules and powders.

GABA is frequently used in fortified beverages targeting relaxation and sleep support positioning. Cosmetic formulators use it in anti-aging and skin-smoothing topicals, where its humectant behavior supports moisture retention.

Pharmaceutical and biotech applications include use as a biochemical reference standard and a building block in peptide synthesis. It also serves as a component in buffer systems for cell culture media.

In flavor research, it contributes to taste-modifying formulations, particularly in products where kokumi or mouthfeel enhancement is a development target. The compound is supplied as a white crystalline powder.

Available grades include food-grade, USP , and reagent/analytical grade to meet the distinct documentation requirements of nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and research buyers.

Bulk quantities are standard for industrial formulators, with smaller pack sizes available for laboratory and quality control applications. This ensures flexibility for both large-scale production and R&D needs.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point203 °C (decomp)
Boiling Point248.0±23.0 °C(Predicted)
Density1.2300 (estimate)
AppearanceWhite microcrystalline powder
ColorWhite to almost white
Odorat 1.00 % in propylene glycol. savory meaty
FormPowder
Water SolubilitySOLUBLE
Refractive Index1.4650 (estimate)
Log P-3.17

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29224995
Storage Class11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany)2

Other Names

4Abu | 4-aminobutanoic acid | GABA | 4-aminobutyric acid | ω-aminobutyric acid | γ-Aminobuttersäure | γ-aminobutanoic acid | γ-amino-n-butyric acid

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
56-12-2
EC Number
200-258-6
Mol. Weight
103.12
HS Code
29224995

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