Description

4-Bromo-Dl-Phenylalanine is a halogenated derivative of the essential amino acid phenylalanine, serving as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the introduction of a bromine atom, which provides a reactive handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions. This compound is particularly needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Incorporation into synthetic peptides to study structure-activity relationships or create modified peptide therapeutics.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Serves as a precursor for creating labeled compounds or activity-based probes for biological target identification.
• Material Science: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized monomers or ligands used in polymer and catalyst design.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Essential reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-Dl-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	14091-15-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10BrNO2
Molecular Weight	244.09 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-4-Bromophenylalanine; (±)-4-Bromophenylalanine; 4-Bromo-DL-α-aminohydrocinnamic acid; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(4-bromophenyl)propanoic acid; p-Bromo-DL-phenylalanine; 4-Br-DL-Phe; Bromophenyalanine; 2-Amino-3-(4-bromophenyl)propionic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-Dl-Phenylalanine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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