Description

(S)-3-Amino-3-(3-Pyridyl)-Propionic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a chiral center and a pyridine ring. This compound is a critical chiral building block in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel therapeutic agents and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder therapies.
• Peptide Mimetic Synthesis: Used to incorporate the pyridylalanine moiety into peptide chains, creating analogs with modified biological activity and stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific chiral activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for synthesizing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-3-Amino-3-(3-Pyridyl)-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	129043-04-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3-Amino-3-(3-pyridinyl)propanoic acid; (S)-3-Amino-3-(pyridin-3-yl)propanoic acid; (S)-β-Amino-β-(3-pyridyl)propionic acid; (S)-3-Pyridylalanine; L-3-(3-Pyridyl)alanine; (S)-3-(3-Pyridyl)-β-alanine; (S)-3-(Pyridin-3-yl)alanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(3-pyridyl)propionic acid (less common)
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Quality Control

Our (S)-3-Amino-3-(3-Pyridyl)-Propionic Acid is manufactured 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 pharmaceutical R&D and cGMP manufacturing. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles.

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, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

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