Description

Dl-Phenylalanine Methyl Ester Hydrochloride is a key chiral building block and protected amino acid derivative widely used in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the research and production of peptides, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals, offering a versatile intermediate for introducing the phenylalanine moiety. It is particularly valuable for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical sectors who require high-purity, reliable synthetic precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based drugs.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis as a protected amino acid ester.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or precursor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Chiral Resolution Studies: Employed in the development and optimization of methods for separating enantiomers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Phenylalanine Methyl Ester Hydrochloride
CAS No.	5619-07-8
Molecular Formula	C10H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	215.68 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Phenylalanine methyl ester HCl; Methyl DL-phenylalaninate hydrochloride; (±)-Phenylalanine methyl ester hydrochloride; Phenylalanine methyl ester hydrochloride, DL-; H-DL-Phe-OMe.HCl; Methyl 2-amino-3-phenylpropanoate hydrochloride; DL-α-Amino-β-phenylpropionic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Racemic phenylalanine methyl ester hydrochloride
EINECS	227-048-6

Quality Control

Our Dl-Phenylalanine Methyl Ester Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Racemic mixture (DL-Form)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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