Description

L-Alanine, 3-(Acetylamino)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically an N-acetyl-L-alanine methyl ester. This compound serves as a versatile and high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a crucial chiral intermediate for constructing complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the development of peptides, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis for research and development.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Serves as a starting material for creating labeled compounds, molecular probes, and bioconjugates used in biochemical assays.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed in the study of enzyme mechanisms, protein-protein interactions, and metabolic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, 3-(Acetylamino)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	179015-36-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO3
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-L-alanine methyl ester; Methyl N-acetyl-L-alaninate; L-Alanine, N-acetyl-, methyl ester; (S)-Methyl 2-acetamidopropanoate; Ac-L-Ala-OMe; N-Acetylalanine methyl ester; N-Acetyl-L-alanine methyl ester; Methyl (2S)-2-acetamidopropanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our L-Alanine, 3-(Acetylamino)-, Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specific parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.