Description

4-Dimethyl-L-Glutamic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate for the development of novel bioactive molecules and complex organic structures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and functional group manipulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for neurological and metabolic targets.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce unique, modified glutamic acid residues, altering peptide properties and bioactivity.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a probe for investigating glutamate receptor function and metabolism.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed as a precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced specificity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Design: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation in organic transformations.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Dimethyl-L-Glutamic Acid
CAS No.	151139-88-7
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO4
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S)-2-Amino-4,4-dimethylpentanedioic acid; L-4,4-Dimethylglutamic acid; (S)-2-Amino-4,4-dimethylglutaric acid; 4,4-Dimethyl-L-glutamate; 4-Dimethylglutamic acid; 4,4-Dimethylglutamic acid; DMG; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 4-Dimethyl-L-Glutamic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). 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 crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
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.