Description

(2S)-2-Acetamido-5-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-3-Hydroxy-Pentanoic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative with a complex functional group architecture. This compound is a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and functional group manipulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, enzyme inhibitors, and peptide mimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a building block for non-natural amino acids in peptide science.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for the preparation of specialized compounds in agrochemical and material science research.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Peptide Modification: Incorporated into peptide chains to introduce specific functional groups (e.g., guanidino, acetamido) that alter biological activity and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2-Acetamido-5-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-3-Hydroxy-Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	64398-72-7
Molecular Formula	C8H15N5O4
Molecular Weight	245.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N2-Acetyl-L-argininol; L-2-Acetamido-3-hydroxy-5-guanidinopentanoic Acid; (2S)-2-Acetamido-5-guanidino-3-hydroxypentanoic Acid; 5-Guanidino-3-hydroxy-N-acetyl-L-norvaline; Acetyl-L-argininol; N-α-Acetyl-L-argininol; L-Arginine, N2-acetyl-, reduced (alcohol form)
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Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Acetamido-5-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-3-Hydroxy-Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.