Description

Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-3-(Ethylthio)- (9Ci) is a specialized sulfur-containing amino acid derivative with a unique molecular structure. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is essential for research and development chemists and production units in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries seeking to introduce specific thioether and amino acid functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its sulfur moiety.
• Peptide Mimetics & Drug Design: Used in constructing modified peptide sequences or peptidomimetics to enhance stability, bioavailability, or receptor binding affinity.
• Biochemical Research: Probe or precursor in studying enzymatic processes involving sulfur metabolism or amino acid analogs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals used in material science or catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-3-(Ethylthio)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	153312-12-0
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO2S
Molecular Weight	163.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-3-(ethylthio)butanoic acid; 3-(Ethylthio)-2-aminobutanoic acid; 2-Amino-3-ethylthiobutanoic acid; 3-(Ethylsulfanyl)-2-aminobutanoic acid; DL-2-Amino-3-(ethylthio)butyric acid; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(ethylthio)butanoic acid; Butanoic acid, 2-amino-3-(ethylthio)-; Amino acid C6H13NO2S (related to homocysteine derivatives)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for this high-purity intermediate. Production follows current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) principles where applicable, and each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA). Our rigorous testing ensures identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.