Description

S-(3-Chloro-2-Propenyl)Cysteine is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a reactive chloroallyl group attached to the cysteine amino acid backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and research reagent for synthesizing modified peptides and studying biochemical pathways. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in advanced organic synthesis and biochemical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a tool compound for studying enzyme inhibition, metabolic pathways, and protein modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed for introducing the chloroallylthio moiety into synthetic peptides for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in creating cross-linked polymers or biomaterials due to its reactive functional groups.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	S-(3-Chloro-2-Propenyl)Cysteine
CAS No.	138876-21-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10ClNO2S
Molecular Weight	195.67 g/mol
Synonyms	S-Allylcysteine, Chloroallyl Derivative; 3-Chloro-2-propen-1-ylcysteine; (2R)-2-Amino-3-[(3-chloroprop-2-en-1-yl)sulfanyl]propanoic Acid; L-Cysteine, S-(3-chloro-2-propenyl)-; S-(3-Chloroallyl)-L-cysteine; NSC 339586
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Quality Control

Our S-(3-Chloro-2-Propenyl)Cysteine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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