Description

L-Serine, 3-Methoxy-o-Methyl-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity amino acid derivative with a defined stereochemistry. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise structural control for complex molecule construction. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and sophisticated chemical entities. Its defined CAS registry number is 755746-98-6.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptide mimetics and targeted therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the design and synthesis of advanced, enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptidomimetics & Drug Discovery: Essential for constructing modified peptide backbones and non-natural amino acid residues in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a sophisticated building block for synthesizing complex flavors, fragrances, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for developing functional polymers and advanced biomaterials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	L-Serine, 3-Methoxy-o-Methyl-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	755746-98-6
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO4
Molecular Weight	163.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2S)-2-amino-3-methoxypropanoate; (S)-Methyl 2-amino-3-methoxypropanoate; L-3-Methoxyalanine methyl ester; Methyl O-methyl-L-serinate; O-Methyl-L-serine methyl ester; (S)-2-Amino-3-methoxypropionic acid methyl ester; NSC 760463; L-Serine, O-methyl-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of L-Serine, 3-Methoxy-o-Methyl-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure compliance with research and development grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to maintain stability.

Specification

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