Description

3-Amino-3-(4-Methylsulfanyl-Phenyl)-Propionic Acid is a specialized amino acid derivative featuring a phenyl ring substituted with a methylthio group, making it a valuable chiral building block for advanced synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules, particularly where specific stereochemistry and sulfur-containing motifs are required. It is needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and process chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chiral building block in asymmetric synthesis for creating enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Precursor for the development of protease inhibitors and other enzyme-targeting drugs.
• Key starting material in agrochemical research for new pesticide and herbicide candidates.
• Intermediate in peptide mimetics and bio-conjugation chemistry.
• Research chemical for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry.
• Building block for advanced materials and functionalized polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-3-(4-Methylsulfanyl-Phenyl)-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	412925-13-4
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2S
Molecular Weight	211.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-3-(4-(Methylthio)phenyl)propanoic Acid; β-Amino-β-(4-methylsulfanylphenyl)propionic Acid; 4-(Methylthio)-β-phenyl-β-alanine; (R/S)-3-Amino-3-[4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl]propanoic Acid; 3-Amino-3-(p-methylthiophenyl)propionic Acid; DL-3-Amino-3-(4-methylsulfanylphenyl)propanoic Acid; 412925-13-4; Amino Acid Derivative with Methylthiophenyl Group
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-3-(4-Methylsulfanyl-Phenyl)-Propionic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
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.