Description

3-(2-Furyl)-L-Alanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a furan ring, offering unique structural and electronic properties for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized building block in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery and peptide research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based drugs.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzymatic studies and as a substrate or inhibitor to probe biological pathways and receptor interactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Peptide Modification: Incorporated into synthetic peptides to introduce the furyl moiety, altering peptide conformation, stability, or binding affinity for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating functional polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile tool for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects in both university laboratories and corporate R&D centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Furyl)-L-Alanine
CAS No.	121786-31-0
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight	155.15 g/mol
Synonyms	L-3-(2-Furyl)alanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(2-furyl)propanoic acid; Furan-2-yl-L-alanine; 2-Furyl-L-alanine; 3-(2-Furanyl)-L-alanine; (S)-3-(2-Furyl)alanine; Furan-2-yl-alanine; L-β-(2-Furyl)alanine
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Furyl)-L-Alanine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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