Description

α-Amino-γ-(Phenyltelluro)Butyric Acid is a specialized organotellurium compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced synthetic chemistry and materials science research. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino acid backbone and a phenyltelluro moiety, makes it a critical precursor for developing novel catalysts, ligands, and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis and the exploration of tellurium-containing bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those exploring the biological activity of organotellurium compounds.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for the development of chiral catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the discovery and development of new pesticides and herbicides that incorporate tellurium for enhanced properties.
• Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced polymers, nanomaterials, and semiconductors where tellurium functionality is required.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for universities and corporate R&D labs studying organometallic chemistry, amino acid derivatives, and tellurium's role in chemical transformations.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Acts as a building block for creating molecular probes to study biochemical pathways and protein interactions involving tellurium or selenium/tellurium analogs.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	α-Amino-γ-(Phenyltelluro)Butyric Acid
CAS No.	72572-77-1
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2Te
Molecular Weight	306.82 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4-(phenyltelluro)butanoic acid; DL-2-Amino-4-(phenyltellanyl)butyric acid; γ-(Phenyltelluro)-α-aminobutyric acid; 4-(Phenyltelluro)-2-aminobutanoic acid; Phenyltelluroaminobutyric Acid; (RS)-2-Amino-4-(phenyltellanyl)butanoic acid; Tellurium-containing amino acid derivative; 72572-77-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of α-Amino-γ-(Phenyltelluro)Butyric Acid is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. Our quality control process includes advanced analytical techniques to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment, ensuring full transparency and compliance with your research or production 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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%
Water Content (KF)	< 1.0%

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