Description

2-Amino-5-[[Imino(Phosphonoamino)Methyl]Amino]Pentanoic Acid is a specialized phosphonic acid derivative of ornithine, featuring a unique aminophosphonate functional group. This compound matters as a high-value biochemical building block and a potent metal chelator, offering significant utility in advanced research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and complexing agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or requiring metal-chelating properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, plant growth regulators, or fungicides with systemic activity.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, especially for enzymes involved in amino acid or phosphate metabolism.
• Chelating Agent: Functions as a specialized sequestrant for di- and trivalent metal ions (e.g., Ca²⁺, Fe³⁺) in analytical chemistry or niche industrial processes.
• Peptide Mimetic Synthesis: Incorporated into peptide analogs to introduce hydrolytically stable phosphonate linkages, enhancing metabolic stability.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in surface functionalization or as a component in advanced polymer coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-[[Imino(Phosphonoamino)Methyl]Amino]Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	7634-53-9
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₅N₄O₅P
Molecular Weight	254.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Phosphonomethyl)-D-ornithine; (S)-2,5-Diamino-N-(phosphonomethyl)pentanamide; Phosphonamidon analog; 2-Amino-5-[(phosphonomethyl)amino]pentanoic acid; Ornithine phosphonate; NSC 163049; L-Ornithine, N-(phosphonomethyl)-; 5-[[Amino(phosphonoamino)methyl]amino]-L-norvaline
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-[[Imino(Phosphonoamino)Methyl]Amino]Pentanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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