Description

(2S)-2-Amino-2-Phenylpropanoic Acid is a chiral, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for the preparation of pharmaceuticals, peptides, and other bioactive compounds, where stereochemical purity is critical. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-quality chiral intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce a sterically hindered, phenylalanine-like moiety with defined stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: The chiral backbone can be modified to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of enzyme mechanisms and as a non-natural amino acid in protein engineering.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules requiring a chiral, amino-functionalized center.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Amino-2-Phenylpropanoic Acid
CAS No.	13398-26-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-2-phenylpropanoic acid; (S)-α-Methylphenylalanine; (S)-2-Phenylalanine, α-methyl-; L-α-Methylphenylalanine; (S)-2-Amino-2-methyl-3-phenylpropanoic acid; (2S)-2-Amino-2-methyl-3-phenylpropionic acid; (S)-2-Phenylalanine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Amino-2-Phenylpropanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting standards for chemical and enantiomeric purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, impurity profile, and specific rotation are 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

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
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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