Description

2-Butenoic Acid, 3-Amino-4-Methoxy-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized amino acid derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the production of high-value, complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and fine chemical synthesis for creating active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in antibiotic and cardiovascular drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its amino and ester functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for complex dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific optical or chemical properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in proteomics and peptide mimetics research as a non-proteinogenic amino acid analog.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Acts as a precursor for advanced organic electronic materials due to its molecular structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butenoic Acid, 3-Amino-4-Methoxy-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	79534-96-6
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO3
Molecular Weight	171.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Amino-4-methoxy-2-butenoate; 3-Amino-4-methoxy-2-butenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (Z)-3-amino-4-methoxybut-2-enoate; 4-Methoxy-3-aminocrotonic acid ethyl ester; 3-Amino-4-methoxycrotonic acid ethyl ester; Amino Methoxy Butenoate Ester; AMBE Ester; 2-Butenoic acid, 3-amino-4-methoxy-, ethyl ester, (2Z)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butenoic Acid, 3-Amino-4-Methoxy-, Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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