Description

3-(3-Benzo(B)Thienyl)Alanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a benzothiophene moiety, making it a valuable synthetic building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly for creating novel peptide-based therapeutics and enzyme inhibitors. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate unique heterocyclic structures into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in oncology and neurology research.
• Peptide Mimetic Development: Used to create peptide analogs with enhanced metabolic stability and binding affinity by incorporating the benzothiophene group.
• Enzyme Inhibitor Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for designing potent and selective inhibitors targeting specific enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds and probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the synthesis of specialized polymers with unique electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Benzo(B)Thienyl)Alanine
CAS No.	1956-23-6
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2S
Molecular Weight	221.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1-Benzothiophen-3-yl)alanine; 3-(3-Benzothienyl)alanine; 2-Amino-3-(3-benzothienyl)propanoic acid; 3-(Benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)-L-alanine; β-(3-Benzothienyl)alanine; 1956-23-6; NSC 113928
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Quality Control

Our 3-(3-Benzo(B)Thienyl)Alanine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to ensure optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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