Description

4-Amino-3-(5-Methyl-2-Thienyl)Butyric Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a thiophene ring, an amino group, and a butyric acid moiety, making it a valuable non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative. This unique structure is critical for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical compounds. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery and process chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder targets.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Used in the design and synthesis of peptidomimetics and constrained peptides due to its non-natural amino acid backbone and thiophene side chain.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a versatile scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization in drug discovery programs.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The amino and carboxylic acid functional groups allow for site-specific conjugation, useful in creating biochemical probes and labeled compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic syntheses to introduce specific chiral centers and heterocyclic elements into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-3-(5-Methyl-2-Thienyl)Butyric Acid
CAS No.	133933-77-4
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO2S
Molecular Weight	199.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-3-(5-methylthiophen-2-yl)butanoic acid; 3-(5-Methyl-2-thienyl)-4-aminobutyric acid; 4-Amino-3-(5-methyl-2-thienyl)butanoic acid; (R/S)-4-Amino-3-(5-methyl-2-thienyl)butyric acid; γ-Amino-β-(5-methyl-2-thienyl)butyric acid; 4-Amino-3-(5-methyl-2-thienyl)-butyric acid; 133933-77-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-3-(5-Methyl-2-Thienyl)Butyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical R&D. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

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