Description

(S)-(-)-4-Amino-2-Hydroxybutyric Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical and biochemical research. This chiral compound serves as a critical building block for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and complex peptide structures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of new therapeutic agents, chiral catalysts, and specialized biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antibiotic and neurological drug discovery.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a specialized, non-standard amino acid residue to introduce specific structural and functional properties into synthetic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Chiral Auxiliary/ Ligand: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and resolution processes.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(-)-4-Amino-2-Hydroxybutyric Acid
CAS No.	40371-51-5
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO3
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-Amino-2-hydroxybutanoic acid; (2S)-4-Amino-2-hydroxybutyric acid; L-4-Amino-2-hydroxybutyric acid; (S)-AHBA; (-)-4-Amino-2-hydroxybutyric acid; (S)-2-Hydroxy-4-aminobutanoic acid; (S)-4-Amino-2-hydroxybutyrate
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(-)-4-Amino-2-Hydroxybutyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing full specifications and test results is supplied with every shipment.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
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.