Description

Pentanoic Acid, 3-Amino-3,4,4-Trimethyl- is a specialized amino acid derivative with a branched alkyl chain. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and mimetics for biochemical studies.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Investigated for incorporation into polymers to impart specific functional or structural properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid, 3-Amino-3,4,4-Trimethyl-
CAS No.	737694-00-7
Molecular Formula	C8H17NO2
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-3,4,4-trimethylpentanoic acid; 3-Amino-3,4,4-trimethylvaleric acid; 3,4,4-Trimethyl-3-aminopentanoic acid; 3-Amino-3,4,4-trimethyl-pentanoic acid; (3-Amino-3,4,4-trimethyl)pentanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our Pentanoic Acid, 3-Amino-3,4,4-Trimethyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.