Description

(S)-2-Aminomethy-Pentanoic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This chiral building block is valued for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly for creating stereochemically defined side chains.
• Peptidomimetics & Constrained Peptides: Used to introduce structural constraints and novel functionalities into peptide backbones, enhancing metabolic stability and binding affinity.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a valuable starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to produce enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for enantioselective transformations.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies and for investigating amino acid metabolism and transport.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Incorporated into specialty chemicals, advanced materials, and agrochemicals requiring specific chiral configurations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Aminomethy-Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	537041-95-5
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO2
Molecular Weight	131.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-(Aminomethyl)pentanoic acid; (S)-2-Aminomethylvaleric Acid; D-2-Aminomethylpentanoic Acid; (S)-2-Carboxy-4-aminopentane; (2S)-2-(Aminomethyl)pentanoic acid; L-2-Aminomethylvaleric Acid (ambiguous, verify stereochemistry); 2-(Aminomethyl)-L-norvaline
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Quality Control

Every batch of (S)-2-Aminomethy-Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess meet stringent specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing results from HPLC, chiral analysis, NMR, and other relevant tests. Our quality management system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the original container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.