Description

Alanine, n-(1-Carboxyethyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized amino acid derivative with a unique carboxyethyl side chain. This structural feature makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific biological activities or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for peptide mimetics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a non-proteinogenic amino acid analog in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme substrate specificity investigations, and protein engineering.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the asymmetric synthesis of complex organic molecules for applications in catalysts, ligands, and specialty materials.
• Peptidomimetic Development: Integral for creating peptide analogs with enhanced stability, bioavailability, or targeted binding properties for therapeutic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, n-(1-Carboxyethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	219755-19-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO4
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1-Carboxyethyl)alanine; 2-Amino-2-((1-carboxyethyl)amino)propanoic acid; (R/S)-N-(1-Carboxyethyl)alanine; DL-N-(1-Carboxyethyl)alanine; Amino acid derivative C6H11NO4; Alanine, N-(carboxyethyl)-; 2-[(1-Carboxyethyl)amino]propanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Alanine, n-(1-Carboxyethyl)- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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