Description

2-Amino-2-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid is a high-purity, non-natural amino acid derivative featuring a brominated aromatic side chain. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Synthesis: Used to incorporate a bromophenyl moiety into peptide backbones to modulate biological activity and stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics Research: Employed in the synthesis of probes and labeled compounds for studying biological pathways.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent for advanced polymers and specialty materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom chemical synthesis projects requiring specific brominated aromatic amino acid structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	72408-57-2
Molecular Formula	C9H10BrNO2
Molecular Weight	244.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-DL-phenylglycine; 2-Amino-2-(4-bromophenyl)acetic Acid (common misnomer for propanoic); (RS)-2-Amino-2-(4-bromophenyl)propanoic Acid; DL-4-Bromophenylalanine (structural analog); p-Bromo-α-methylphenylglycine; 4-Bromo-α-methyl-DL-phenylglycine; Brominated phenylalanine derivative; 72408-57-2 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-2-(4-Bromophenyl)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards required for research and pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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