Description

Ethyl Alfa-Amino Butyrate is a high-purity chiral building block and ester derivative of the non-proteinogenic amino acid 2-aminobutyric acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. It is particularly sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced material sectors for constructing peptide mimetics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Compounds: Used in medicinal chemistry for the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and other bioactive molecules with enhanced metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing specific esters and aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for asymmetric synthesis and the preparation of custom fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Alfa-Amino Butyrate
CAS No.	55410-21-4
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	131.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Aminobutyrate; 2-Aminobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl DL-2-Aminobutyrate; (±)-Ethyl 2-Aminobutyrate; Ethyl α-Aminobutyrate; Butanoic acid, 2-amino-, ethyl ester; NSC 401122; Ethyl 2-aminobutanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Alfa-Amino Butyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, GC, and NMR. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to hydrolysis. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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