Description

tert-Butyl 2-(cyclopropylamino)acetate is a versatile chemical building block featuring a protected amino acid ester structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyclopropylamine and glycine derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyclopropyl moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Peptidomimetics & Drug Discovery: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative for constructing peptide analogs and small molecule libraries in medicinal chemistry.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor in the multistep synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and flavors/fragrances intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 2-(Cyclopropylamino)Acetate
CAS No.	78773-38-3
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO2
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Cyclopropylamino)acetic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl N-cyclopropylglycinate; N-Cyclopropylglycine tert-butyl ester; Glycine, N-cyclopropyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; (tert-Butoxycarbonylmethyl)cyclopropylamine; Boc-cyclopropylglycine tert-butyl ester (common abbreviation context); t-Butyl 2-(cyclopropylamino)acetate
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 2-(cyclopropylamino)acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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