Description

3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-Dl-Alanine is a synthetic amino acid derivative featuring a phenolic hydroxyl group on its aromatic side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators with targeted activity.
• Peptide Chemistry: Used in the synthesis of modified peptides and peptidomimetics to study structure-activity relationships.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced materials requiring specific chiral centers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential compound for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-Dl-Alanine
CAS No.	775-06-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight	181.19 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)alanine; 3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)alanine, DL-; (±)-3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)alanine; DL-m-Tyrosine; m-Tyrosine, DL-; 2-Amino-3-(3-hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid; 3-Hydroxy-DL-phenylalanine; β-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-DL-alanine
EINECS	212-278-8

Quality Control

Our 3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-Dl-Alanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets exacting research and development standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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 opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	DL-mixture (approx. 50:50)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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