Description

L-Norvaline, 5-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by its specific stereochemistry and methoxy-substituted aromatic side chain. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise structural control for complex molecule construction. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams engaged in the synthesis of novel peptides, bioactive compounds, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based therapeutics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce specific structural motifs.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor analog in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the custom synthesis of complex organic molecules for agrochemical and material science applications.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Norvaline, 5-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	216236-03-2
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO3
Molecular Weight	161.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2S)-2-amino-5-methoxypentanoate; L-5-Methoxynorvaline methyl ester; (S)-2-Amino-5-methoxypentanoic acid methyl ester; 5-Methoxy-L-norvaline methyl ester; Methyl L-5-methoxynorvalinate; (S)-Methyl 2-amino-5-methoxypentanoate; 216236-03-2; L-2-Amino-5-methoxypentanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our L-Norvaline, 5-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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