Description

L-Alanine, n-(Ethoxycarbonyl)- CAS NO 16639-86-4 is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically an N-carboxyethyl ester of L-alanine. This compound is a crucial chiral building block in organic synthesis, valued for its role in introducing the alanine moiety while protecting the amine functionality. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of peptides, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and other complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of peptide-based drugs and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis as a protected amino acid building block to construct specific peptide sequences.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reagent in proteomics research, enzyme studies, and the development of metabolic probes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, complex organic ligands, and catalysts.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Can be utilized as an intermediate in the development of certain herbicides or plant growth regulators with chiral centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, n-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-
CAS No.	16639-86-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO4
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Carbethoxy-L-alanine; N-Ethoxycarbonyl-L-alanine; L-Alanine N-ethyl carbamate; (S)-2-[(Ethoxycarbonyl)amino]propanoic acid; Ethyl N-[(S)-1-carboxyethyl]carbamate; Alanine, N-carbethoxy-; UNII-9G2C8W8Q8W; NSC 334365
EINECS	240-698-8

Quality Control

Our L-Alanine, n-(Ethoxycarbonyl)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity synthetic intermediates.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]D20	Specific range provided on COA
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤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.