Description

(2R)-2-(Benzylamino)Propanoic Acid is a chiral, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and high-purity building block for constructing complex molecules with precise stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and chiral catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and therapeutic peptides.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral auxiliary or ligand precursor in catalytic asymmetric reactions to induce stereoselectivity.
• Peptidomimetics: Serves as a constrained amino acid analog for designing and synthesizing peptide mimetics with enhanced metabolic stability.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed in the study of enzyme mechanisms and as a probe in biochemical assays.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Potential intermediate for creating chiral compounds used in crop protection agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2R)-2-(Benzylamino)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	65491-01-2
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	D-2-(Benzylamino)propanoic acid; (R)-2-(Benzylamino)propionic Acid; D-N-Benzylalanine; (R)-N-Benzylalanine; (2R)-2-[(Phenylmethyl)amino]propanoic acid; N-Benzyl-D-alanine; (R)-2-Amino-3-phenyl-N-methylpropanoic acid (common misnomer); Bzl-D-Ala-OH
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Quality Control

Our (2R)-2-(Benzylamino)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
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.