Description

3,4-Dichloro-Dl-Phenylalanine is a synthetic, non-natural amino acid derivative characterized by the presence of two chlorine atoms on its phenyl ring. This halogenated modification makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmaceutical compounds and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring specific structural motifs and stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for neurological and metabolic targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Incorporated into custom peptide sequences to study structure-activity relationships or to create peptides with enhanced stability or specific binding properties.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a standard in analytical method development for amino acid analysis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the synthesis of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichloro-Dl-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	59331-63-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	234.08 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-3,4-Dichlorophenylalanine; (±)-3,4-Dichloro-α-aminohydrocinnamic acid; 3,4-Dichloro-DL-α-phenylalanine; 2-Amino-3-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)propanoic acid; (RS)-3,4-Dichlorophenylalanine; 3,4-DCP; 3,4-Dichloro-DL-Phe
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichloro-Dl-Phenylalanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	DL-Racemate
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.