Description

(S)-3-Aminobutyric Acid CAS NO 3775-72-2 is a high-purity, single-enantiomer chiral building block essential for advanced pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry provides critical control over the biological activity and pharmacokinetic properties of final drug candidates and bioactive molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and biotechnology sectors for developing novel therapeutics and high-value intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and production of GABAergic drugs, neuroactive compounds, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or building block in stereoselective synthesis to introduce the (S)-3-aminobutyric acid moiety.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and neuroscience research.
• Peptide Mimetics: Incorporated into peptide chains to create analogs with modified stability or biological activity.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of chiral pesticides or herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis or metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-3-Aminobutyric Acid
CAS No.	3775-72-2
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO2
Molecular Weight	103.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3-Aminobutanoic Acid; (S)-β-Aminobutyric Acid; (S)-BABA; (3S)-3-Aminobutyric Acid; D-BAIB; (S)-4-Amino-3-hydroxybutyric Acid (tautomer); (S)-3-Amino-n-butyric Acid; L-3-Aminobutyric Acid (obsolete)
EINECS	223-235-1

Quality Control

Our (S)-3-Aminobutyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) and chemical purity determination, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical R&D and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation 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. Due to its hygroscopic nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator for long-term preservation to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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