Description

Glycine, n-(Hydroxyacetyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized amino acid derivative with a CAS number of 500363-74-6. This compound is a valuable building block in organic synthesis, offering a bifunctional structure that combines a protected amino acid moiety with an ester group. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel peptides, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing peptide-based drugs and complex organic molecules in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific amino acid-like structures.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a versatile building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The ester and acetyl groups can be utilized in multi-step synthesis strategies for selective protection and deprotection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycine, n-(Hydroxyacetyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	500363-74-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO4
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Hydroxyacetyl)glycine ethyl ester; Ethyl N-(hydroxyacetyl)glycinate; 2-[(2-Hydroxyacetyl)amino]acetic acid ethyl ester; N-Glycoloylglycine ethyl ester; Acetamide, N-(carboxymethyl)-2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester (9CI); N-(Hydroxyacetyl)glycine ethyl ester (9CI); Glycine, N-(hydroxyacetyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glycine, n-(Hydroxyacetyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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