Description

Trimethylalanine is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative, also known as 3-Amino-3-methylbutyric acid. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique sterically hindered structure. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of β-lactam antibiotics, peptide mimetics, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Peptide Research: Incorporation into custom peptides to study structure-activity relationships and modify biological stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a chiral auxiliary or backbone in designing novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexes.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in metabolic pathway studies and as a standard in analytical method development.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Acts as a monomer or modifier for producing polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylalanine
CAS No.	6458-06-6
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-3-methylbutyric acid; 3-Methyl-3-aminobutyric acid; β-Aminoisovaleric acid; 3-Aminoisovaleric acid; 3-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid; (Aminomethyl)dimethylacetic acid; 3-Amino-3-methyl-butyric acid
EINECS	229-267-0

Quality Control

Our Trimethylalanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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