Description

L-Phenylalanine Methylamide is a chiral amino acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, peptides, and fine chemicals, enabling precise stereochemical control. This high-purity compound is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries, where quality and consistency are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A vital precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for peptide-based drugs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to construct complex biomolecules.
• Chiral Auxiliary/Building Block: Exploits its inherent chirality for the asymmetric synthesis of other optically active compounds in fine chemical production.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic research.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel, biologically active compounds for crop protection.
• Cosmetic Peptides: A potential intermediate for synthesizing bioactive peptides used in advanced skincare formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Phenylalanine Methylamide
CAS No.	35373-92-3
Molecular Formula	C10H14N2O
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Phenylalanine methylamide; (S)-2-Amino-N-methyl-3-phenylpropanamide; Methyl L-phenylalaninate amide; H-Phe-NHMe; L-Phe-NHMe; N-Methyl-L-phenylalaninamide; L-α-Amino-β-phenylpropionmethylamide; L-Phenylalanine N-methylamide
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Quality Control

Our L-Phenylalanine Methylamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% (L-Isomer)
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.