Description

Butanoic Acid, 4-Amino-, Phenylmethyl Ester, Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt compound, primarily valued as a key protected intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and fine chemical research. Its structure, featuring an amino acid ester protected by a benzyl group and stabilized as a hydrochloride salt, makes it essential for constructing complex peptide-like molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is critical for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptidomimetic Research: Used in medicinal chemistry for designing and developing peptide mimics with enhanced stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for various high-value industrial applications.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in the development of linker molecules and probes for bioconjugation and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for chemical research in universities and corporate laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 4-Amino-, Phenylmethyl Ester, Hydrochloride
CAS No.	78287-52-2
Molecular Formula	C11H16ClNO2
Molecular Weight	229.70 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Aminobutanoic Acid Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Benzyl 4-Aminobutanoate Hydrochloride; γ-Aminobutyric Acid Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; GABA Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Benzyl GABA Ester Hydrochloride; 4-Amino-n-butyric Acid Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Butanoic acid, 4-amino-, phenylmethyl ester, hydrochloride (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 4-Amino-, Phenylmethyl Ester, Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.