Description

α-(Aminooxy)Benzenepropionic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique aminooxy functional group attached to a phenylpropionic acid backbone. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the creation of heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and development teams, agrochemical innovators, and fine chemical manufacturers seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, especially those targeting enzyme inhibition or requiring specific bio-conjugation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide and Protein Modification: Used in bioconjugation chemistry for attaching labels, drugs, or other molecules to biomolecules via oxime linkage.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional surfaces.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create activity-based probes for studying enzyme function and metabolic pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Precursor for creating complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	α-(Aminooxy)Benzenepropionic Acid
CAS No.	5619-43-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight	181.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminooxy-3-phenylpropanoic acid; (2-Aminooxy-3-phenyl)propionic acid; 3-Phenyl-2-(aminooxy)propanoic acid; Benzenepropanoic acid, α-(aminooxy)-; O-Aminohomophenylglycine; Aminooxy phenylpropionic acid
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Quality Control

Our α-(Aminooxy)Benzenepropionic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a critical synthetic intermediate. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by HPLC), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.