Description

(2R)-Pyrrolidine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by its specific stereochemistry. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules with precise three-dimensional structures. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), chiral ligands, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of proline-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and novel therapeutic agents.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used in the preparation of chiral catalysts and ligands for stereoselective synthesis.
• Peptide Chemistry: Incorporated into custom peptides and peptidomimetics to modify structure, stability, and biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing chiral pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic assays.
• Material Science: A precursor for functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2R)-Pyrrolidine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7005-20-1
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO2
Molecular Weight	115.13 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Proline; (R)-Proline; (R)-(-)-Proline; (R)-Pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid; D-(-)-Proline; (2R)-2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic Acid; (R)-2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic Acid; (2R)-2-Carboxypyrrolidine
EINECS	230-278-8

Quality Control

Our (2R)-Pyrrolidine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided with every shipment.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
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.