Description

3-Methylamino-2-Methylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile organic building block and intermediate of significant commercial interest. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an ester group and a secondary amine, which makes it a key precursor in sophisticated synthesis pathways. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a β-amino ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in peptide mimetics, heterocyclic chemistry, and the synthesis of complex natural product analogs.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry and process development for scale-up.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylamino-2-Methylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	21388-25-0
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(methylamino)-2-methylpropanoate; 2-Methyl-3-(methylamino)propionic acid methyl ester; β-Methylamino-β-methylpropionic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-3-(methylamino)propionate; 3-Methylamino-2-methylpropanoic acid methyl ester; 21388-25-0; Methyl DL-3-methylamino-2-methylpropionate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylamino-2-Methylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total

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