Description

2-Amino-3-Benzyloxy-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is a protected amino acid derivative that serves as a crucial chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex peptide mimetics and pharmaceutical intermediates with high stereochemical fidelity. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the production of active ingredients and novel molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of protease inhibitors, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive peptide analogs.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used in medicinal chemistry to develop and optimize peptide-based drug candidates with improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block for creating chiral active ingredients in herbicides and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and organocatalysis studies.
• Protecting Group Strategy: The benzyloxy group offers orthogonal protection for hydroxyl functions in complex multi-functional molecule assembly.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Benzyloxy-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55895-87-9
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO3
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-amino-3-(benzyloxy)propanoate; L-2-Amino-3-(benzyloxy)-propionic acid methyl ester; (S)-2-Amino-3-(benzyloxy)propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl (S)-2-amino-3-(benzyloxy)propanoate; 3-(Benzyloxy)-L-alanine methyl ester; Benzyloxy-L-alanine methyl ester; 2-Amino-3-(phenylmethoxy)propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-amino-3-(phenylmethoxy)propanoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-3-Benzyloxy-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess 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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

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	≤ 0.5%
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.