Description

A-Aminoisobutyric Acid Hydroxamate is a specialized hydroxamic acid derivative of the non-proteinogenic amino acid, 2-aminoisobutyric acid. This compound matters as a versatile chemical building block and a potent metal chelator, offering significant value in research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and manufacturers of specialty chemicals for applications ranging from enzyme inhibition to catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metalloenzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators that leverage its chelating properties.
• Metal Chelation & Decontamination: Acts as an effective chelating agent for iron and other transition metals in industrial processes and research formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as an inhibitor for enzymes like urease and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in biochemical assays.
• Organic Synthesis: Functions as a protected or functionalized amino acid derivative in peptide mimetics and complex organic molecule construction.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Investigated for use in formulations designed to prevent metal corrosion in industrial systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	A-Aminoisobutyric Acid Hydroxamate
CAS No.	102185-21-7
Molecular Formula	C4H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	118.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminoisobutyric Acid Hydroxamate; 2-Methylalanine Hydroxamate; AIB Hydroxamate; (RS)-2-Amino-2-methylpropanoic acid hydroxamate; α-Aminoisobutyric Acid Hydroxamic Acid; 2-Amino-2-methylpropionhydroxamic acid; 2-Amino-2-methylpropanoic acid, N-hydroxyamide
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Quality Control

Our A-Aminoisobutyric Acid Hydroxamate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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