Description

Crotonyl Glycine is a specialized amino acid derivative featuring a reactive α,β-unsaturated carbonyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable 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 creating novel compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Mimetics & Conjugation: Used in the development of peptide analogs and for bioconjugation strategies due to its reactive crotonyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Tool compound in enzymatic studies and as a substrate or inhibitor in metabolic pathway research.
• Material Science: Monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and functional materials.
• Proteomics & Epigenetics: Potential use in studying post-translational modifications, such as lysine crotonylation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Crotonyl Glycine
CAS No.	71428-89-2
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO3
Molecular Weight	143.14 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Crotonoylglycine; (2E)-2-Butenoylglycine; Glycine, N-(2-butenoyl)-; N-(2-Butenoyl)glycine; Crotonic acid glycine amide; But-2-enoylglycine; NSC 163082; Crotonylglycine
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Quality Control

Our Crotonyl Glycine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.