Description

2-Amino-3-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Propanoic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative with a pyridine moiety. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for drug discovery and process chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used in the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors due to its unique pyridyl-alanine structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Material Science: A potential monomer for synthesizing functional polymers with specific coordination or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Propanoic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1624260-21-4
Molecular Formula	C8H11ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	202.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyridyl-L-alanine hydrochloride; (S)-2-Amino-3-(4-pyridyl)propionic acid hydrochloride; L-4-Pyridylalanine HCl; 4-Pyridylalanine hydrochloride; (S)-2-Amino-3-(pyridin-4-yl)propanoic acid hydrochloride; 4-PALA HCl; 2-Amino-3-(4-pyridinyl)propanoic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-3-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Propanoic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.