Description

n-Acetyl-Alpha, β-Dehydro-3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine Ethyl Ester is a specialized, high-purity synthetic intermediate derived from a modified phenylalanine structure. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis, offering a versatile scaffold for developing novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries for applications in drug discovery and the synthesis of complex organic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and proteomics research due to its modified amino acid structure.
• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a protected and activated amino acid derivative for the solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis of specialized peptides.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial research for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated as an intermediate for creating new plant growth regulators or bioactive agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-Acetyl-Alpha, β-Dehydro-3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	133083-16-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₅NO₆
Molecular Weight	281.26 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-3,4-dihydroxy-dehydrophenylalanine ethyl ester; Ethyl N-acetyl-α,β-dehydro-3,4-dihydroxydopa; N-Acetyl-dehydro-DOPA ethyl ester; (2E)-2-(Acetylamino)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid ethyl ester; Acetyl-dehydrodopa ethyl ester; Dehydro-N-acetyl-DOPA ethyl ester; 3,4-Dihydroxy-N-acetyl-dehydrophenylalanine ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our n-Acetyl-Alpha, β-Dehydro-3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting research-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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