Description

D-2-Nitrophenylalanine is a non-natural, chiral amino acid derivative featuring a nitro-substituted aromatic side chain. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of specific stereochemistry and functional groups into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Chemistry: Used in the synthesis of modified peptides and peptidomimetics to study structure-activity relationships or enhance metabolic stability.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to construct complex chiral molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a probe in metabolic pathway investigations.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the synthesis of functionalized polymers or advanced organic materials with specific optical properties.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate in the synthesis of chiral, bioactive compounds for crop protection products.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-2-Nitrophenylalanine
CAS No.	169383-17-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O4
Molecular Weight	210.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Amino-3-(2-nitrophenyl)propanoic acid; D-2-Nitro-Phe; D-2-Nitrophenylalanine; (R)-2-Amino-3-(2-nitrophenyl)propionic acid; D-α-Amino-2-nitrohydrocinnamic acid; D-2-NO2-Phe; (2R)-2-Amino-3-(2-nitrophenyl)propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our D-2-Nitrophenylalanine is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (D-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.