Description

Valine, 4-(Methylthio)-, (R*,S*)- (9Ci) is a specialized sulfur-containing amino acid derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in metabolic and neurological drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the sulfur moiety and specific stereochemistry impart desired biological activity.
• Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a modified amino acid residue for the synthesis of custom peptides with enhanced stability or specific binding properties for biochemical research.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Production: A key intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and ligands for catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Valine, 4-(Methylthio)-, (R*,S*)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	103129-22-2
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO2S
Molecular Weight	163.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylthio)-DL-valine; DL-4-(Methylthio)valine; 2-Amino-4-(methylthio)valeric acid; 4-Methylthio-DL-valine; 2-Amino-4-(methylthio)pentanoic acid; (R*,S*)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)pentanoic acid; 4-Methylmercapto-DL-valine; DL-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)valeric acid
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide material with typical purities suitable for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. Quality is assured through analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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