Description

3-Fluoro-5-Methyl-Dl-Phenylalanine is a fluorinated derivative of the amino acid phenylalanine, serving as a critical non-natural amino acid building block. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and methyl substitutions, is engineered to modulate the biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and advanced peptide-based therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, including protease inhibitors and enzyme modulators.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to incorporate fluorinated amino acids, enhancing peptide stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for designing novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators with improved efficacy.
• Biochemical Tool: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a probe to investigate enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials requiring fluorinated aromatic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-Methyl-Dl-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	603106-28-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12FNO2
Molecular Weight	197.21 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-3-Fluoro-5-methylphenylalanine; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(3-fluoro-5-methylphenyl)propanoic acid; 3-Fluoro-5-methyl-DL-α-phenylalanine; 3-Fluoro-5-methyl-DL-phenylalanine; 3-Fluoro-5-methyl-DL-homophenylalanine; (±)-3-Fluoro-5-methylphenylalanine; 2-Amino-3-(3-fluoro-5-methylphenyl)propionic acid; Fmoc-3-Fluoro-5-methyl-DL-Phe-OH (protected form)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-5-Methyl-Dl-Phenylalanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP starting material requirements.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	DL-mixture (Racemic)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.