Description

Ethylamino-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt primarily used as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a protected, reactive amine moiety for constructing complex molecules, particularly in regulated industries where purity and consistency are paramount. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing ethylamino-acetic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific amine functionality.
• Peptide Mimetics & Modifications: Serves as a reagent for introducing modified amino acid structures into peptide chains during solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylamino-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1121527-61-4
Molecular Formula	C5H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight	153.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycine, N-ethyl-, methyl ester, hydrochloride; Methyl 2-(ethylamino)acetate hydrochloride; N-Ethylglycine methyl ester hydrochloride; 2-(Ethylamino)acetic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl N-ethylglycinate hydrochloride; Ethylaminoacetate methyl ester HCl; Aminoacetic acid, N-ethyl-, methyl ester, hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our Ethylamino-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and stringent control of residual solvents and impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full compliance with agreed specifications are provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and quality assurance for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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