Description

Alanine, 2-Methyl-n-2-Propenyl-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity amino acid derivative with a unique propenyl side chain. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering significant value for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and functional group manipulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptidomimetics and small molecule drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for biological activity.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a protected or modified amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis for research purposes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, 2-Methyl-n-2-Propenyl-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	677703-51-4
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-methyl-2-(prop-2-en-1-ylamino)propanoate; 2-Methyl-2-[(2-propen-1-yl)amino]propanoic acid methyl ester; 2-Methylalanine N-2-propenyl methyl ester; N-Allyl-2-methylalanine methyl ester; Methyl N-allyl-2-aminoisobutyrate; 2-Amino-2-methyl-N-(2-propen-1-yl)propanoic acid methyl ester; (9CI) Alanine, 2-methyl-N-2-propenyl-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Alanine, 2-Methyl-n-2-Propenyl-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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