Description

p-Amino-Dl-Phenylalanine is a non-natural amino acid derivative featuring an amino group on the phenyl ring. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is needed by industries focused on creating peptide mimetics, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and biochemical tools for studying biological systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Chemistry: Used in the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of modified peptides and peptide mimetics to alter biological activity and stability.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme substrate/inhibitor design.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for synthesizing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Material Science: Potential monomer for creating specialized polymers with unique aromatic and amino functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Amino-Dl-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	2922-41-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-DL-phenylalanine; DL-4-Aminophenylalanine; 2-Amino-3-(4-aminophenyl)propanoic acid; (±)-4-Aminophenylalanine; p-Aminophenylalanine; 4-Amino-DL-α-phenylalanine; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(4-aminophenyl)propanoic acid; DL-p-Aminophenylalanine
EINECS	220-873-9

Quality Control

Our p-Amino-Dl-Phenylalanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (DL Ratio)	~ 1:1 (Racemic mixture)
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.