Description

2,3-Diaminobutyric Acid is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring two amino groups, making it a versatile chiral building block for organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in the preparation of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. Key industries that utilize this specialty chemical include pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical synthesis, and biochemical research for developing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of antibiotics, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor for modified peptides and amino acid analogs in proteomics and metabolic studies.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: The dual amino functionality allows it to act as a ligand for metal catalysis or in chelation chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic and R&D: Used in universities and corporate labs for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Diaminobutyric Acid
CAS No.	2643-66-5
Molecular Formula	C4H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	118.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Diaminobutanoic Acid; DL-2,3-Diaminobutyric Acid; (±)-2,3-Diaminobutyric Acid; 2,3-Diamino-butanoic acid; Butanoic acid, 2,3-diamino-; 2,3-DABA; Amino Amino Butyric Acid
EINECS	220-162-5

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Diaminobutyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the rigorous standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability.

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)	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details

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