Description

(R)-Ethyl 2-Aminopentanoate Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral intermediate essential for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. Its defined stereochemistry is critical for producing enantiomerically pure compounds with targeted biological activity. This material is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new therapeutic agents and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of chiral drugs, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor for developing enantioselective pesticides and herbicides.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or ligand precursor in catalytic reactions to induce stereoselectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific chirality.
• Academic & R&D: Used in university and corporate laboratories for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-Ethyl 2-Aminopentanoate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	144447-82-5
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClNO2
Molecular Weight	181.66 g/mol
Synonyms	D-2-Aminopentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; (R)-2-Aminovaleric Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; Ethyl (R)-2-Aminopentanoate HCl; Ethyl D-2-Aminovalerate Hydrochloride; (R)-Ethyl 2-Aminovalerate Hydrochloride; D-Norvaline Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; (R)-Norvaline Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our (R)-Ethyl 2-Aminopentanoate Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and production. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
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.