Description

(2S)-2-Amino-4-Phenoxybutanoic Acid is a chiral non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a phenoxybutyl side chain. This compound matters as a versatile and high-purity building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Peptide Mimetics: Incorporated into peptide chains to alter stability, bioavailability, and receptor binding properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Amino-4-Phenoxybutanoic Acid
CAS No.	52161-82-7
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO3
Molecular Weight	195.22 g/mol
Synonyms	L-2-Amino-4-phenoxybutanoic acid; (S)-2-Amino-4-phenoxybutyric acid; (S)-2-Amino-4-phenoxybutanoic acid; H-Phe(4-OPh)-OH; 4-Phenoxy-L-homophenylalanine; 52161-82-7; (S)-α-Amino-4-phenoxybutanoic acid; L-α-Amino-4-phenoxybutyric acid
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Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Amino-4-Phenoxybutanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure compliance with exacting standards for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent product degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤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.