| Synonyms | 1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid, 6,8-Dithiooctanoic acid, DL-α-Lipoic acid, DL-6,8-Thioctic acid |
| Keywords | Anti-oxidation, herbal supplement, weight loss, headaches |
| Related products | Biotin, Metformin (Hydrochloride), Retinoic Acid, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate |
| Product Name | Alfa-lipoic acid |
| CAS Registry Number | 1077-28-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H14O2S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 206.33 |
| Purity | 98.0 % |
| Melting point | 62 °C |
| Appearance | Pale- yellow powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol or methanol |
| Shelf life | 2 years |
| Storage | Easy to decompose at the light, should be sealed and protected from light |
| Functions | Reduce blood glucose, treat weight loss, treat diabetic nerve pain, regulate NF-κB signal transduction |
Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant also known as Acetate Replacing Factor, ALA, Biletan, Lipoicin, Thioctan, and many other names.
Alpha-lipoic acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid that can be found in many foods such as yeast, spinach, broccoli, potatoes, and organ meats such as liver or kidney.
Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant that is made naturally in the body and is also found in foods. It is used to break down carbohydrates and to make energy.

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