Description

(2S)-2-Amino-4-Phosphonooxy-Butanoic Acid CAS NO 4210-66-6 is a specialized phosphonic acid derivative of the amino acid L-aspartic acid. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its role as a structural analog and potential enzyme inhibitor. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector. Its unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for studying metabolic pathways and developing novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate analog or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving aspartate metabolism and aminotransferase activity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for drug discovery programs.
• Metabolite Studies: Employed in metabolic pathway analysis to investigate the role of phosphorylated amino acid derivatives.
• Neuroscience Research: Potential application in studying neurotransmitter systems and receptor interactions due to its structural similarity to excitatory amino acids.
• Agricultural Chemistry: Investigated for use in the development of novel plant growth regulators or herbicides based on its phosphonate moiety.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Amino-4-Phosphonooxy-Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	4210-66-6
Molecular Formula	C4H10NO7P
Molecular Weight	215.10 g/mol
Synonyms	L-2-Amino-4-phosphonobutanoic acid; L-AP4; (S)-2-Amino-4-phosphonobutanoic acid; L-2-Amino-4-phosphonobutyric acid; (S)-APB; (2S)-2-Amino-4-phosphonobutanoic acid; Phosphono-L-aspartic acid; AP4
EINECS	224-140-2

Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Amino-4-Phosphonooxy-Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

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)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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