Description

Alanine, 3-(Methylsulfinyl)- (6Ci,8Ci,9Ci) is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by a methylsulfinyl functional group. This compound is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, serving as a key chiral building block and a precursor for more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on medicinal chemistry, peptide mimetics, and the development of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used in the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and mimetics to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and receptor selectivity.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Acts as a modified amino acid residue in the study of enzyme mechanisms, protein-protein interactions, and cellular signaling processes.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a building block in stereoselective organic synthesis to introduce chirality and specific functional groups into target molecules.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, 3-(Methylsulfinyl)- (6Ci,8Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	4740-94-7
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO3S
Molecular Weight	151.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylsulfinyl)-L-alanine; L-3-[(Methylsulfinyl)alanine]; (2S)-2-Amino-3-(methylsulfinyl)propanoic acid; S-Methyl-L-cysteine sulfoxide; L-Methionine sulfoxide (Note: This is a common misnomer, but often searched); SMCSO; 3-(Methylsulfinyl)alanine
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our fine chemicals. Production of Alanine, 3-(Methylsulfinyl)- adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and traceability. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Specific range provided per COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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