Description

D-Lysine Methyl Ester is a chiral amino acid ester derivative of L-lysine, a fundamental building block in organic synthesis and biochemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the production of peptides, pharmaceutical actives, and fine chemicals, where precise stereochemistry is critical. It serves the needs of research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and manufacturers of advanced biochemical reagents and chiral catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral building block for the synthesis of peptide-based drugs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Used in proteomics and enzymology studies as a substrate or a modified amino acid residue for investigating protein structure and function.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected lysine derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) to construct complex polypeptides.
• Fine Chemical Production: An intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and advanced material precursors.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC or LC-MS method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Lysine Methyl Ester
CAS No.	42807-32-9
Molecular Formula	C7H16N2O2
Molecular Weight	160.22 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Lysine Methyl Ester; Methyl D-lysinate; (R)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic Acid Methyl Ester; D-2,6-Diaminocaproic Acid Methyl Ester; (R)-Methyl 2,6-Diaminohexanoate; H-D-Lys-OMe; D-Lys-OMe; Methyl (2R)-2,6-diaminohexanoate
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Quality Control

Our D-Lysine Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch 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 must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (D-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.