Description

Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-(S-Methylsulfinimidoyl)-, (2S)- (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity chiral amino acid derivative featuring a unique methylsulfinimidoyl functional group. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a sophisticated building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, targeted pesticides and herbicides that require specific stereochemistry for efficacy.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Design: Serves as a non-natural amino acid analog for constructing peptide-like structures with enhanced metabolic stability or novel biological activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized chelating ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Research: Acts as a probe or tool compound for studying enzyme mechanisms or biological pathways involving sulfur and nitrogen metabolism.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-(S-Methylsulfinimidoyl)-, (2S)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	19243-29-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10N2O2S
Molecular Weight	162.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S)-2-Amino-4-(S-methylsulfinimidoyl)butanoic acid; L-2-Amino-4-(methylsulfinimidoyl)butyric acid; (S)-2-Amino-4-(methylsulfinimidoyl)butanoic acid; 4-(Methylsulfinimidoyl)-L-homocysteine; A sulfur-containing non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative.
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.