Description

n-Acetyl-Dl-Serine Methyl Ester is a versatile chiral building block and protected amino acid derivative. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex peptides and modified amino acids, offering researchers and manufacturers a key intermediate with defined stereochemistry. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for research, process development, and the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used in proteomics and enzymology studies as a substrate or a modified amino acid analog to investigate biological pathways.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected serine derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) to prevent unwanted side reactions.
• Chiral Auxiliary: Employed in asymmetric synthesis to induce chirality in the construction of complex organic molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for the manufacture of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control (QC) and research laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetyl-Dl-Serine Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55299-56-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO4
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetyl-DL-serine methyl ester; Methyl 2-acetamido-3-hydroxypropanoate; DL-2-(Acetylamino)-3-hydroxypropionic acid methyl ester; N-Acetylserine methyl ester (racemic); Serine, N-acetyl-, methyl ester, DL-; Methyl N-acetyl-DL-serinate; Ac-DL-Ser-OMe; NSC 163063
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Quality Control

Our n-Acetyl-Dl-Serine Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	DL-mixture (racemic)
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.