Description

(S)-2-(5'-Hexyl) Alanine is a non-natural, chiral amino acid derivative featuring a hexyl side chain. This structural modification is crucial for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceuticals and bioactive peptides. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in drug discovery and development, particularly for creating novel peptide-based therapeutics and enzyme inhibitors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A critical chiral synthon for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in metabolic and neurological disorder research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to incorporate lipophilic character and influence the secondary structure and bioavailability of therapeutic peptides.
• Protease Inhibitor Development: Serves as a core component in the design of selective inhibitors for various proteolytic enzymes.
• Chemical Biology & Research: Employed as a tool compound in studying enzyme-substrate interactions and protein folding mechanisms due to its tailored side chain.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis, enhancing stereoselectivity in synthetic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-(5'-Hexyl) Alanine
CAS No.	1370406-49-7
Molecular Formula	C9H19NO2
Molecular Weight	173.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-3-(5-hexyl)propanoic acid; (S)-2-Amino-3-pentylhexanoic acid; D-Alanine, 2-(5-hexyl)-, (S)-; (S)-2-(5-Hexyl)alanine; H-Hex(5)-Ala-OH; (S)-3-(Pentyl)norvaline; Non-natural amino acid C9
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-(5'-Hexyl) Alanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

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	≤ 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.