Description

2-Amino-Dl-Phenylalanine is a non-natural amino acid derivative of significant interest in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, including peptide mimetics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors seeking to develop novel therapeutic agents or advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of peptide-based drugs and proprietary active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used in proteomics and enzymology studies as a modified amino acid to investigate protein structure and function.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis for creating novel peptide sequences.
• Asymmetric Synthesis Catalyst Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for stereoselective reactions.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Material Science: Investigated for incorporation into specialty polymers and advanced materials with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-Dl-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	1758-83-4
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-2-Aminophenylalanine; (±)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid; 2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid; DL-α-Amino-β-phenylpropionic acid; DL-β-Phenyl-α-alanine; 3-Phenyl-DL-alanine-2-amine; Phenylalanine, 2-amino-; H-Phe(2-NH2)-OH
EINECS	217-166-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-Dl-Phenylalanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	DL-mixture (Racemic)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.