Description

Ethyl Alaninate is the ethyl ester derivative of the amino acid alanine, offering enhanced lipophilicity and reactivity for advanced synthesis. This compound is a versatile chiral building block crucial for the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of peptides, prodrugs, and various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides that require specific stereochemistry.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Serves as a spacer or linker molecule in bioconjugation techniques for drug delivery systems.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of certain flavor esters and aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a protected form of alanine in multi-step organic syntheses, including asymmetric synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzymatic studies and as a substrate analog in metabolic pathway investigations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Alaninate
CAS No.	3082-75-5
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl L-alaninate; L-Alanine ethyl ester; Alanine ethyl ester; (S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-aminopropanoate; NSC 401121; Ethyl ester of alanine; H-Ala-OEt
EINECS	221-387-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Alaninate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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