Description

L-2-Aminobutanamide is a chiral amino acid derivative with significant synthetic utility. This compound serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of more complex molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, process development, and the synthesis of specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of various APIs, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected or modified amino acid building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of amino acid metabolism, enzyme substrates, and as a standard in analytical methods.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable starting material for creating chiral catalysts, ligands, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Potential intermediate for the production of certain conditioning or moisturizing agents.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	L-2-Aminobutanamide
CAS No.	7324-11-0
Molecular Formula	C4H10N2O
Molecular Weight	102.14 g/mol
Synonyms	L-2-Aminobutyramide; (S)-2-Aminobutanamide; (S)-2-Aminobutyramide; L-α-Aminobutyramide; L-Homalanine amide; L-2-Aminobutyric acid amide; (2S)-2-Aminobutanamide; L-Butyrine amide
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Quality Control

Our L-2-Aminobutanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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, which can affect stability and handling properties.

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.