Description

α-Amino-β-Methylaminopropionic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and life science research. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in neurological and metabolic drug candidates.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce specific structural motifs.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzymology research due to its structural similarity to natural amino acids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules, ligands, and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Amino-β-Methylaminopropionic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	20790-76-5
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₀N₂O₂·HCl
Molecular Weight	154.59 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-2-(methylamino)propanoic acid hydrochloride; β-Methylamino-L-alanine hydrochloride; BMAA hydrochloride; L-2-Amino-3-(methylamino)propionic acid hydrochloride; 2-Amino-3-(methylamino)propanoic acid hydrochloride; (S)-2-Amino-3-(methylamino)propionic acid hydrochloride; α-Amino-β-methylaminopropionic acid HCl; L-BMAA hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our α-Amino-β-Methylaminopropionic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and cGMP-grade applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and compliance with relevant standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

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	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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