Description

Dl-α-(3-Thienyl)Glycine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a thiophene ring, a key structural motif in medicinal chemistry. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptidomimetics, and other biologically active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly in areas targeting the central nervous system.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Synthesis: Used to incorporate the thienyl moiety into peptide backbones to modulate biological activity, stability, and pharmacokinetic properties.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics Research: Employed as a tool compound or a building block for creating chemical probes to study enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of novel compounds with potential herbicidal or insecticidal activity.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for the synthesis of specialized polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-α-(3-Thienyl)Glycine
CAS No.	38150-49-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	157.19 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-2-Amino-2-(3-thienyl)acetic acid; (±)-2-Amino-2-(3-thienyl)acetic acid; 3-Thienylglycine; α-Amino-3-thiopheneacetic acid; DL-3-Thienylglycine; (RS)-2-Amino-2-(thiophen-3-yl)acetic acid; DL-α-(3-Thienyl)glycine; 2-Amino-2-(3-thienyl)ethanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our Dl-α-(3-Thienyl)Glycine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.