Description

2-Amino-2-Methyl-3-Methoxy-Propanoic Acid is a specialized non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both amino and methoxy functional groups on a branched carbon chain, makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its unique molecular scaffold.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Acts as a building block for designing and synthesizing peptide analogs and mimetics in medicinal chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Production: A versatile intermediate for manufacturing specialty chemicals and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-Methyl-3-Methoxy-Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	64298-94-8
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO3
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-methyl-3-methoxypropanoic acid; 3-Methoxy-2-methylalanine; 2-Methyl-3-methoxyalanine; α-Amino-α-methyl-β-methoxypropionic acid; DL-2-Amino-2-methyl-3-methoxypropionic acid; (RS)-2-Amino-2-methyl-3-methoxypropanoic acid; 2-Amino-2-methyl-3-methoxypropionic acid; Amino-methyl-methoxypropanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-2-Methyl-3-Methoxy-Propanoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Specifications and COAs are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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