Description

L-Alanine, n-(1-Methylethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized alanine derivative, a chiral amino acid ester of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This high-purity building block is crucial for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise stereochemistry and functional group compatibility. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of peptide-mimetic drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where specific stereochemistry impacts biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block in asymmetric synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and process development for fine chemicals.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of modified peptides and peptidomimetics for biochemical and therapeutic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, n-(1-Methylethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	207916-92-5
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	L-N-Isopropylalanine methyl ester; Methyl (2S)-2-(propan-2-ylamino)propanoate; (S)-Methyl 2-(isopropylamino)propanoate; L-Alanine, N-(1-methylethyl)-, methyl ester; Alanine, N-isopropyl-, methyl ester, L-; Methyl L-N-isopropylalaninate
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Quality Control

Our production of L-Alanine, n-(1-Methylethyl)-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, NMR, and GC/MS to confirm identity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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