Description

Methyl 3-Amino-2-Hydroxypropanoate Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral building block and pharmaceutical intermediate essential for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules. Its value lies in providing a functionalized ester scaffold with both amino and hydroxyl groups, protected as the hydrochloride salt for enhanced stability. This compound is critically needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing new drugs and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of β-amino acid derivatives, enzyme inhibitors, and chiral drugs.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Serves as a constrained scaffold for constructing novel peptide analogs and mimetics in medicinal chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Functional handle for linking pharmacophores or creating prodrugs due to its reactive ester and amine groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental material for methodological development in organic synthesis and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Amino-2-Hydroxypropanoate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	133153-78-3
Molecular Formula	C4H10ClNO3
Molecular Weight	155.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Amino-2-Hydroxypropionate Hydrochloride; 3-Amino-2-hydroxypropionic Acid Methyl Ester Hydrochloride; Methyl DL-Serinate Hydrochloride; DL-Serine Methyl Ester Hydrochloride; Methyl β-Amino-α-hydroxypropionate Hydrochloride; 2-Hydroxy-3-aminopropanoic Acid Methyl Ester Hydrochloride; Methyl 2-Hydroxy-3-aminopropanoate Hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Amino-2-Hydroxypropanoate Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
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.