Description

n-Benzylalanine Methyl Ester is a protected amino acid derivative of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block for the construction of complex peptides and peptidomimetics, offering a versatile handle for selective chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, fine chemical manufacturers, and academic research laboratories focused on developing novel bioactive molecules and APIs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based therapeutics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to construct specific sequences.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed in the synthesis of probes, inhibitors, and other tools for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein-protein interactions.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to introduce stereogenic centers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and agrochemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodology development and exploring new synthetic routes in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Benzylalanine Methyl Ester
CAS No.	159721-22-9
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO2
Molecular Weight	193.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (S)-2-amino-3-phenylpropanoate; L-Phenylalanine, methyl ester, N-benzyl-; Methyl N-benzyl-L-phenylalaninate; Benzyl-L-phenylalanine methyl ester; N-Benzyl-L-phenylalanine methyl ester; (S)-Methyl 2-(benzylamino)-3-phenylpropanoate; 159721-22-9; Methyl α-benzylaminohydrocinnamate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Benzylalanine Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) and chemical purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (ee)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.