Description

3-(n-Methylamino)-D-Alanine is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for applications requiring high stereochemical purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in neurological and metabolic disorder therapeutics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of modified peptides and peptidomimetics to alter biological activity and stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators with targeted modes of action.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific stereocenters for material science and catalyst development.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(n-Methylamino)-D-Alanine
CAS No.	20790-78-7
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₀N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	D-3-(Methylamino)alanine; (R)-3-(Methylamino)alanine; β-Methylamino-D-alanine; BMAA (D-isomer); D-BMAA; (2R)-2-Amino-3-(methylamino)propanoic acid; 3-(Methylamino)-D-alanine; D-3-(N-Methylamino)alanine
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Quality Control

Our 3-(n-Methylamino)-D-Alanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles.

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 sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (D-isomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.