Description

Diethyl Glutamate is a high-purity organic ester derivative of glutamic acid, widely recognized for its versatility as a key synthetic intermediate and building block. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the glutamate moiety under mild conditions, facilitating the synthesis of complex molecules in a controlled manner. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, flavors, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including nootropic agents and neuroactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for producing specific savory flavor enhancers and aroma chemicals.
• Peptide & Amino Acid Chemistry: Employed in peptide synthesis and the preparation of protected glutamate derivatives for research and production.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex organic molecules and studying biochemical pathways.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polyamides and biodegradable polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl Glutamate
CAS No.	16450-41-2
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO4
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Glutamic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl L-Glutamate; Glutamic Acid Diethyl Ester; H-Glu(OEt)-OEt; Diethyl (2S)-2-Aminopentanedioate; Ethyl Glutamate; 2-Aminopentanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester
EINECS	240-500-1

Quality Control

Our Diethyl Glutamate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to meet the stringent requirements of advanced synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.