Description

3-(Ethylamino)Propanoic Acid is a versatile amino acid derivative with a unique chemical structure that serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both a carboxylic acid and a secondary amine group, makes it a critical intermediate for creating more complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring an ethylamino-propanoic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional amine groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, dyeability, or biocompatibility.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic research.
• Surface Active Agent Intermediate: A precursor in the manufacture of certain betaine-type surfactants and amphoteric compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-(Ethylamino)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	10478-41-8
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Ethylamino)propionic acid; β-(Ethylamino)propionic acid; N-Ethyl-β-alanine; N-Ethyl-3-aminopropanoic acid; 3-(Ethylamino)propanoate; Ethylamino propanoic acid; Ethyl-β-alanine; 10478-41-8
EINECS	233-970-3

Quality Control

Our 3-(Ethylamino)Propanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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