Description

(Isopropylamino)Acetic Acid CAS NO 3183-21-9 is a versatile organic compound featuring both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups, making it a valuable building block in chemical synthesis. This bifunctional nature is critical for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug development, pesticide formulation, and as a precursor for chelating agents or surfactants.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring an isopropylamino-acetic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized chelating agents used in water treatment and metal ion sequestration.
• Surfactant & Detergent Industry: Employed in the synthesis of amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactants for personal care and industrial cleaning products.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for modifying peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a component in formulations designed to protect metals in various industrial processes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for introducing the (isopropylamino)acetate group into target molecules in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Isopropylamino)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	3183-21-9
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Isopropylamino)acetic acid; N-Isopropylglycine; (Isopropylamino)ethanoic acid; N-(1-Methylethyl)glycine; Glycine, N-(1-methylethyl)-; DL-N-Isopropylglycine; Aminoacetic acid isopropyl derivative
EINECS	221-694-1

Quality Control

Our (Isopropylamino)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to humidity. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Ensure the storage area is well-ventilated and separate from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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