Description

D-Alanine, 3-[(Phenylmethyl)Amino]- is a chiral, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a benzylamino substitution at the 3-position. This compound is a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds and chiral ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptidomimetics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for synthesizing advanced chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of enzyme mechanisms, substrate specificity, and metabolic pathways involving modified amino acids.
• Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a modified amino acid residue for the solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis of custom peptides with enhanced stability or novel properties.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for the synthesis of functional polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Alanine, 3-[(Phenylmethyl)Amino]-
CAS No.	119906-14-8
Molecular Formula	C10H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Benzylamino)-D-alanine; (R)-3-(Benzylamino)alanine; D-3-(Benzylamino)alanine; 3-(Benzylamino)-D-2-aminopropanoic acid; (2R)-2-Amino-3-(benzylamino)propanoic acid; D-β-(Benzylamino)alanine; BAA; 119906-14-8
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Quality Control

Our D-Alanine, 3-[(Phenylmethyl)Amino]- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data for identity, purity, and chiral excess is supplied with every order.

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 opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (D-isomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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