CAS No. 51-35-4

Batch: Purity:99.64
L-Hydroxyproline Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the L-Hydroxyproline product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

IUPAC Name (2S,4R)-4-hydroxypyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
CAS Number 51-35-4
Molecular Formula

C5H9NO3

Molecular Weight (MW) 131.13
SMILES C1C(CNC1C(=O)O)O
InChIKey PMMYEEVYMWASQN-DMTCNVIQSA-N

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

L-Hydroxyproline (trans-4-Hydroxy-L-proline) is a collagen-specific amino acid derivative that serves as a major structural constituent of collagen. Post-translational hydroxylation of proline residues stabilizes the collagen triple helix, maintaining extracellular matrix integrity. Free hydroxyproline released during matrix breakdown functions as an indicator of collagen metabolism, reflecting dynamic remodeling in tissues such as bone and liver during pathophysiological processes.

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
Water 26 mg/mL
DMSO Insoluble
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
Ethanol Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.