Description

β-Alanine, n-Methyl-n-(Methylsulfonyl)- is a specialized, high-purity sulfonamide derivative of the amino acid β-alanine. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and life science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its sulfonamide functionality.
• Peptide Mimetics & Modifications: Acts as a modified amino acid for creating peptide analogs with enhanced stability or altered biological activity.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in the design of chemical linkers for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) or other bioconjugation strategies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a specialty reagent in multi-step organic synthesis for introducing specific functional groups.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool compound in enzymatic studies or as a precursor for labeled compounds in tracer studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	β-Alanine, n-Methyl-n-(Methylsulfonyl)-
CAS No.	1158736-03-8
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO4S
Molecular Weight	181.21 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-N-(methylsulfonyl)-β-alanine; 3-[(Methylsulfonyl)(methyl)amino]propanoic acid; Methyl(methylsulfonyl)amino-propanoic acid; N-Methyl-N-(methylsulfonyl)-3-aminopropanoic acid; β-Alanine N-methyl-N-methanesulfonyl derivative; (Methylsulfonyl)(methyl)amino-propionic acid
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Quality Control

Our β-Alanine, n-Methyl-n-(Methylsulfonyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting research and production-grade standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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