Description

L-3-(3-Benzofuranyl)-Alanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a benzofuran moiety, offering unique structural and electronic properties for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in the research and development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in medicinal chemistry, peptide mimetics, and the development of enzyme inhibitors or receptor ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates targeting neurological disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to explore novel pharmacophores and optimize lead compounds.
• Peptide Mimetics Development: Incorporated into peptide chains to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and binding affinity.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a substrate analog for investigating amino acid metabolism pathways.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in asymmetric synthesis and the construction of complex heterocyclic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-3-(3-Benzofuranyl)-Alanine
CAS No.	72120-70-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	205.21 g/mol
Synonyms	L-β-(3-Benzofuranyl)alanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(benzofuran-3-yl)propanoic acid; 3-(1-Benzofuran-3-yl)-L-alanine; 3-Benzofuranyl-L-alanine; 3-(Benzofuran-3-yl)-L-alanine; L-3-Benzofuranylalanine; (S)-3-(Benzofuran-3-yl)alanine; 72120-70-8
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Quality Control

Our L-3-(3-Benzofuranyl)-Alanine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and chiral analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

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.