Description

(2S)-2-Amino-2-(3-Ethylphenyl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity, non-natural amino acid derivative characterized by its chiral center and substituted phenyl ring. This compound is a critical chiral building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and therapeutic candidates.
• Peptidomimetics & Drug Discovery: Used to incorporate non-natural amino acid motifs into peptide backbones to enhance stability, bioavailability, and biological activity.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a chiral auxiliary or starting material in stereoselective chemical reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a substrate analog to investigate biological pathways and receptor-ligand interactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential use as a building block for chiral agrochemicals, such as herbicides or fungicides, where specific stereochemistry is required for efficacy.
• Material Science: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized polymers or functional materials that require chiral organic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Amino-2-(3-Ethylphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1213351-51-9
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-2-(3-ethylphenyl)acetic acid; (S)-α-Amino-3-ethylbenzenacetic acid; (2S)-2-Amino-2-(3-ethylphenyl)ethanoic acid; L-3-Ethylphenylglycine; (S)-3-Ethylphenylglycine; D-3-Ethylphenylglycine (enantiomer); 3-Ethyl-DL-phenylglycine (racemic mixture); 2-Amino-2-(3-ethylphenyl)acetic acid (non-stereospecific)
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Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Amino-2-(3-Ethylphenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure compliance with high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical research. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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
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.