Description

2-(Acetylamino)-2-Phenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic building block and chiral intermediate of significant commercial interest. Its value lies in its utility for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of various APIs, including potential candidates for neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry programs.
• Peptidomimetic Chemistry: Employed in the construction of peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors due to its amino acid derivative structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Acetylamino)-2-Phenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	52068-24-3
Molecular Formula	C11H13NO3
Molecular Weight	207.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Acetamido-2-phenylacetate; N-Acetyl-DL-phenylglycine Methyl Ester; Methyl N-Acetyl-α-aminophenylacetate; Methyl (Acetylamino)(phenyl)acetate; 2-Acetamido-2-phenylacetic acid methyl ester; Ac-Phe-OMe (common abbreviation); α-Acetamidophenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; N-Acetylphenylglycine Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Acetylamino)-2-Phenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided for every shipment.

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 to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
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.