Description

Alanine, n-Nitro-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized nitro-substituted amino acid ester derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity, structurally defined intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in peptidomimetics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the design and synthesis of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a protected or modified amino acid derivative in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) and peptide analog development.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis research within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, n-Nitro-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	740733-81-7
Molecular Formula	C5H10N2O4
Molecular Weight	162.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Amino-3-nitropropanoate; Ethyl 3-Nitroalaninate; 2-Amino-3-nitropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Nitroalanine Ethyl Ester; Alanine, 3-nitro-, ethyl ester; NSC 760383; Ethyl β-nitroalaninate; (RS)-2-Amino-3-nitropropionic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Alanine, n-Nitro-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated research and development environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Handle and store in accordance with all applicable local and international regulations for chemical products.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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