Description

Methyl-2-Aminopent-4-Enoate CAS NO 70837-19-3 is a versatile chiral building block and ester derivative of an unsaturated amino acid. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an amino group and an alkene moiety, which makes it a key intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its chiral center for biological activity.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Serves as a non-natural amino acid ester in the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and peptidomimetics for drug discovery.
• Chiral Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of chiral auxiliaries, ligands, and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of various specialty and fine chemicals requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Utilized in chemical research for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-2-Aminopent-4-Enoate
CAS No.	70837-19-3
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2
Molecular Weight	143.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-aminopent-4-enoate; 2-Amino-4-pentenoic acid methyl ester; 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-amino-, methyl ester; (R/S)-Methyl 2-aminopent-4-enoate; Methyl 2-amino-4-pentenoate; DL-2-Amino-4-pentenoic acid methyl ester; Unsaturated amino acid ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl-2-Aminopent-4-Enoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), 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 place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specify: Racemic (DL) or Enantiomer (Contact for details)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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