Description

o-Acetylserine is a key biochemical intermediate, specifically an acetylated derivative of the amino acid L-serine. This compound is of significant importance in biosynthetic pathways, particularly as a precursor in the microbial and enzymatic production of sulfur-containing amino acids like L-cysteine. Industries involved in pharmaceutical research, biochemical synthesis, and advanced life science applications require high-purity o-Acetylserine CAS NO 4985-36-8 for process development and analytical standards.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate in the study of cysteine biosynthesis pathways in bacteria and plants.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block or precursor in the development of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Enzymology Studies: Serves as a specific substrate for enzymes like O-acetylserine sulfhydrylase in kinetic and mechanistic studies.
• Microbial Fermentation: Employed in fermentation media to enhance or study the production of sulfur amino acids in microbial cultures.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of specialized reagents for clinical and research diagnostics.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for its role in metabolic pathways relevant to nutritional supplement formulation.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Acetylserine
CAS No.	4985-36-8
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO4
Molecular Weight	147.13 g/mol
Synonyms	O-Acetyl-L-serine; (S)-2-Acetamido-3-hydroxypropanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-2-(acetylamino)propanoic Acid; L-O-Acetylserine; Acetylserine; Serine, O-acetyl-; NSC 163063
EINECS	225-632-2

Quality Control

Our o-Acetylserine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each parameter are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Specific range provided on 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.