Description

(S)-2-Phenylpropylamide is a chiral organic compound featuring a phenylpropylamide backbone with a specific (S)-configuration. This stereochemical purity makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in projects requiring enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides where the biological activity is often configuration-dependent.
• Ligand and Catalyst Research: Serves as a precursor or framework for designing novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and flavors & fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new asymmetric reaction development.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers with tailored optical or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Phenylpropylamide
CAS No.	13490-74-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Phenylpropionamide; (S)-α-Methylbenzeneacetamide; (S)-Hydratropamide; (S)-2-Phenylpropanamide; (S)-1-Phenyl-1-propanamide; (S)-Benzenepropanamide; (S)-2-Phenylpropionic acid amide; (S)-Hydratropic acid amide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Phenylpropylamide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis (HPLC/Chiral GC), to ensure high enantiomeric excess (e.e.) and chemical purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, assay, impurity profile, and chiral purity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; handle and store under an inert atmosphere if specified for high-purity grades.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (e.e.)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.