Description

2-Amino-2-(3-Carboxyphenyl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups on adjacent carbons. This unique structure makes it a versatile and valuable building block for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical developers engaged in the creation of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and specialized chemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a constrained amino acid analog for designing peptide-like molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chelating agents and complexing ligands for catalytic or analytical chemistry applications.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Acts as a linker molecule for attaching functional groups to biomolecules in diagnostic and biotech research.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to create more complex heterocyclic or aromatic compounds.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-(3-Carboxyphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	2196-57-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxyphenylglycine; 2-Amino-2-(3-carboxyphenyl)ethanoic acid; (3-Carboxyphenyl)glycine; m-Carboxyphenylglycine; NSC 403697; β-(3-Carboxyphenyl)-α-alanine; 3-Carboxy-DL-phenylglycine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-2-(3-Carboxyphenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting research-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters for your traceability and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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