Description

4-Methylphenyl-L-Alanine is a non-natural, chiral amino acid derivative featuring a para-methylphenyl side chain. This compound matters as a crucial chiral building block for the synthesis of complex peptides and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery and development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of peptide-based drugs and novel therapeutic agents.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a specialized amino acid residue in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry to introduce hydrophobic, aromatic character.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and for probing protein structure-function relationships.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for the manufacture of advanced materials, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylphenyl-L-Alanine
CAS No.	1991-87-3
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	L-4-Methylphenylalanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid; p-Methyl-L-phenylalanine; L-p-Methylphenylalanine; 4-Methyl-L-phenylalanine; H-4-Me-Phe-OH; (S)-2-Amino-3-(p-tolyl)propanoic acid; L-4-Methylphe
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylphenyl-L-Alanine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, optical rotation, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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
Optical Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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