L-hydroxyproline
What is L-hydroxyproline?
L-Hydroxyproline (CAS 51-35-4), commonly abbreviated as Hyp, is a non-essential amino acid derived primarily from collagen hydrolysis.
Where is L-hydroxyproline used?
- Biochemical marker for collagen content and building block in peptide synthesis
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing: reference standard and synthetic intermediate for collagen-related peptides and drug compounds targeting connective tissue
- Nutraceutical formulations and cosmetic actives development
- Food and nutrition: collagen-based supplements, functional protein blends and hydrolyzed collagen products requiring amino acid profile verification
- Personal care: moisturizing and stabilizing agent in anti-aging creams, serums and skin-conditioning treatments with collagen support claims
- It serves as an analytical reagent in quality control laboratories for quantifying collagen content in raw materials and finished products.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk quantities standard; smaller quantities for R&D and QC
Other Names (Synonyms)
trans-L-Hydroxyproline|trans-Hydroxyproline|trans-4-Hydroxyproline|LS-hydroxyproline|L-4-Hydroxyproline|Hypro|Hyp|Hydroxy-proline