Description

Amino(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)Acetic Acid is a specialized aromatic amino acid derivative with a dimethyl-substituted phenyl ring, offering unique steric and electronic properties for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in the development of high-value, complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for applications in drug discovery and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific substitution pattern imparts desired biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and as a non-proteinogenic amino acid analog in peptide mimetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Amino(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	500695-55-6
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)aminoacetic acid; (2,3-Dimethylphenyl)glycine; 2-Amino-2-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)acetic acid; α-Amino-2,3-dimethylbenzeneacetic acid; 2,3-Dimethyl-DL-phenylglycine; Amino(2,3-xylyl)acetic acid; NSC 760443
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Amino(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)Acetic Acid 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 industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.