Description

L-Alanine,Oxiranylmethylester(9Ci) CAS NO 142418-27-7 is a specialized amino acid derivative featuring an oxiranylmethyl ester functional group, which is a key structural motif in glycidol chemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of protease inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the design and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Serves as a reagent for introducing epoxy-functionalized side chains into peptides or proteins for conjugation studies and bioconjugation applications.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of activity-based probes (ABPs) and other research tools to study enzyme function and mechanism.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and for exploring new reaction pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine,Oxiranylmethylester(9Ci)
CAS No.	142418-27-7
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO3
Molecular Weight	143.14 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Alanine glycidyl ester; (S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid 2,3-epoxypropyl ester; Glycidyl L-alaninate; 2,3-Epoxypropyl (S)-2-aminopropanoate; Oxiran-2-ylmethyl (2S)-2-aminopropanoate; L-Alanine, 2,3-epoxypropyl ester; Alanine glycidyl ester; (S)-Glycidyl alaninate
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Quality Control

Our L-Alanine,Oxiranylmethylester(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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