Description

α-Butylalanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by its unique butyl side chain, offering distinct chemical properties compared to standard alanine. This structural feature makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of peptidomimetics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Peptide Chemistry: Incorporated into custom peptides to alter hydrophobicity, conformation, and biological activity for research and therapeutic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis to produce enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in metabolic studies and as a non-natural amino acid in protein engineering to probe structure-function relationships.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for manufacturing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific alkylated amino acid structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Butylalanine
CAS No.	6322-51-6
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminohexanoic Acid; 2-Aminocaproic Acid; Butylalanine; DL-2-Aminohexanoic Acid; (±)-2-Aminohexanoic Acid; Hexanoic acid, 2-amino-; α-Aminocaproic acid; NSC 163063
EINECS	228-667-1

Quality Control

Our α-Butylalanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific parameters such as assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specify DL, D, or L grade
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.