Description

3-Amino-3-(4-Chlorophenyl)Propionic Acid is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the presence of both an amino and a carboxylic acid functional group on the same carbon, adjacent to a substituted aromatic ring, enabling diverse chemical transformations. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Serves as a constrained amino acid analog in the design of novel peptide-like molecules for biological studies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step syntheses to introduce the 3-amino-3-arylpropanoic acid scaffold into more complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-3-(4-Chlorophenyl)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	19947-39-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	199.63 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Amino-4-chlorohydrocinnamic Acid; (R/S)-3-Amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)propanoic Acid; 3-Amino-3-(p-chlorophenyl)propionic Acid; 4-Chloro-β-aminohydrocinnamic Acid; DL-3-Amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)propanoic Acid; (±)-3-Amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)propionic Acid; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-3-aminopropanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-3-(4-Chlorophenyl)Propionic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details (Racemic mixture typical)

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