Description

L-Alanine, n-(1-Carboxyethyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized amino acid derivative with a unique structural motif. This compound is valued for its role as a chiral 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 active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptidomimetics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or precursor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, complex ligands for catalysis, and advanced materials.
• Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a modified amino acid residue for constructing custom peptides with altered properties for research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, n-(1-Carboxyethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	73890-66-1
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO4
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1-Carboxyethyl)-L-alanine; (2S)-2-[(1-Carboxyethyl)amino]propanoic acid; L-2-[(1-Carboxyethyl)amino]propionic acid; N-(1-Carboxyethyl)alanine; Alanine, N-(1-carboxyethyl)-, L-; NSC 163063; (S)-2-((1-Carboxyethyl)amino)propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our L-Alanine, n-(1-Carboxyethyl)- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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