Description

n-(4-Nitrophenyl)Alanine Methyl Ester is a specialized aromatic amino acid derivative characterized by its nitro-substituted phenyl ring. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive handle for further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and the synthesis of novel fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, enzyme inhibitors, and peptide mimetics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a precursor for fluorescent tags, photoaffinity labels, or activity-based probes for studying biological systems.
• Material Science: Intermediate for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-(4-Nitrophenyl)Alanine Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1311383-63-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12N2O4
Molecular Weight	224.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2S)-2-amino-3-(4-nitrophenyl)propanoate; (S)-Methyl 2-amino-3-(4-nitrophenyl)propanoate; L-4-Nitrophenylalanine methyl ester; 4-NO2-Phe-OMe; Methyl N-(4-nitrophenyl)alaninate; p-Nitrophenylalanine methyl ester; Alanine, N-(4-nitrophenyl)-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(4-Nitrophenyl)Alanine Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or project requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% 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.