Description

(S)-2-Amino-3-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid is a high-purity, non-natural amino acid derivative featuring a chiral center and a brominated aromatic side chain. This compound is a critical chiral building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in drug discovery, peptide chemistry, and the development of enzyme inhibitors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology and CNS drug candidates.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to incorporate a bromophenylalanine analogue, modifying peptide properties for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a precursor for fluorescent or radiolabeled probes in biological assays.
• Organocatalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: A potential monomer for constructing specialized polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Amino-3-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	1991-80-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10BrNO2
Molecular Weight	244.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-Bromophenylalanine; (S)-p-Bromophenylalanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(4-bromophenyl)propionic acid; L-4-Bromophenylalanine; (S)-3-(4-Bromophenyl)alanine; H-(4-Br-Phe)-OH; BOC-(S)-4-Bromo-Phe-OH (protected form); Fmoc-(S)-4-Bromo-Phe-OH (protected form)
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Amino-3-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral excess, and impurity profiles are available for every lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm

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