Description

n-(2-Fluorophenyl)-3-Aminopropionic Acid is a specialized aromatic amino acid derivative featuring a fluorine substituent and a propionic acid side chain. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential CNS agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and stability.
• Bioconjugation & Peptide Mimetics: Used in medicinal chemistry to modify peptides and proteins, improving their metabolic stability and binding properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a chelating agent or a functional component in designing organocatalysts and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for synthesizing specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for developing fluorophores and molecular probes used in bioimaging and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-(2-Fluorophenyl)-3-Aminopropionic Acid
CAS No.	38470-19-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10FNO2
Molecular Weight	183.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-3-(2-fluorophenyl)propanoic acid; 2-Fluoro-β-alanine, N-(2-fluorophenyl) derivative; β-Amino-2-fluorohydrocinnamic acid; 3-[(2-Fluorophenyl)amino]propanoic acid; 38470-19-8; FPH-APA; 2-Fluorophenyl-β-alanine; FA Propionic Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of n-(2-Fluorophenyl)-3-Aminopropionic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under anhydrous conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.