Description

(2S)-2-Amino-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-Phenyl)Propanoic Acid is a chiral, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a nitro-substituted phenolic ring, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and biochemical tools due to its unique structural motifs that can be further functionalized. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, peptide synthesis, and as a building block for advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, enzyme inhibitors, and diagnostic agents.
• Peptide Research & Synthesis: Used to incorporate nitro-tyrosine analogs or other modified aromatic amino acids into peptides for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Acts as a precursor for fluorescent tags, photoaffinity labels, or other probes used in biochemical and cellular assays.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in chemical libraries for high-throughput screening and as a reference standard in analytical method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Amino-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-Phenyl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	3604-79-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O5
Molecular Weight	226.19 g/mol
Synonyms	L-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-nitrophenyl)alanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(4-hydroxy-3-nitrophenyl)propanoic acid; 3-(4-Hydroxy-3-nitrophenyl)-L-alanine; 4-Hydroxy-3-nitro-L-phenylalanine; 3604-79-3; L-4-Hydroxy-3-nitrophenylalanine; (2S)-2-Amino-3-(4-hydroxy-3-nitro-phenyl)propionic acid
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Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Amino-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-Phenyl)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and spectroscopic identification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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