Description

L-Alanine, n-Butyl- (9Ci) is a chiral, non-natural amino acid derivative where an n-butyl group is attached to the alpha carbon of the L-alanine backbone. This structural modification makes it a valuable specialty building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on peptidomimetics, chiral catalysts, and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in protease inhibitor research.
• Peptidomimetic Design: Used to introduce lipophilic side chains into peptide analogs to enhance membrane permeability and metabolic stability.
• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chiral auxiliaries and ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of enzyme-substrate interactions and structure-activity relationships (SAR) due to its non-natural alkyl side chain.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential building block for synthesizing chiral herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Can be incorporated into specialty polymers or coatings to impart specific chiral or functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, n-Butyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	187535-79-1
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Aminopentanoic Acid; L-2-Aminopentanoic Acid; (S)-2-Aminovaleric Acid; L-norvaline (Note: This is the correct common name for this structure); L-2-Aminopentanoate; Butylalanine; L-α-Aminovaleric Acid; (S)-α-Aminopentanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our L-Alanine, n-Butyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical and chiral purity, meeting the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profile.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.