Description

L-β-Homovaline Hydrochloride is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in the research and development of novel peptides and pharmaceutical intermediates, where precise stereochemistry and purity are paramount. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of peptide-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Research: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce structural modifications and study structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Biochemical Tool: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a substrate analog in enzymatic assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex organic molecules with specific stereochemical configurations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-β-Homovaline Hydrochloride
CAS No.	219310-09-5
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2 • HCl
Molecular Weight	197.66 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-3-ethylbutanoic acid hydrochloride; L-β-Homovaline HCl; (2S)-2-Amino-3-ethylbutanoic acid hydrochloride; β-Homovaline hydrochloride, L-; L-3-Ethyl-2-aminobutanoic acid hydrochloride; L-2-Amino-3-ethylbutyric acid hydrochloride; β-Homovaline HCl; BHV HCl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our L-β-Homovaline Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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