Description

Alanine, 2-Mercapto- (9Ci) is a sulfur-containing derivative of the amino acid alanine, featuring a reactive thiol (-SH) group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for applications in drug discovery and peptide chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Peptide Modification: Used to introduce thiol functional groups into peptides for conjugation, labeling, or structural studies.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme research.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of chelating agents and ligands for metal catalysis.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in material science for creating cross-linked polymer networks via thiol-ene chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, 2-Mercapto- (9Ci)
CAS No.	72087-33-3
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	121.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptoalanine; 2-Amino-3-mercaptopropanoic acid; 3-Sulfanylalanine; 3-Thioalanine; L-2-Amino-3-mercaptopropionic acid; 2-Mercapto-DL-alanine; DL-2-Mercaptoalanine; 3-Mercapto-DL-alanine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Alanine, 2-Mercapto- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should only be opened in an inert environment for handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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