Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
22839-47-0
Standard:
USP,
white fine powder
Aspartame is a low-calorie artificial sweetener synthesized via enzymatic coupling of L-aspartic acid and L-phenylalanine methyl ester. Its molecular formula is C14H18N2O5 with CAS No. 22839-47-0.
Contraindicated for patients with phenylketonuria (PKU). Store in cool, dry conditions away from light to prevent degradation into diketopiperazine. Handle with standard industrial PPE to avoid inhalation of dust.