Description

L-Alanine, 2-Oxopropyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized alanine derivative with a reactive keto-ester functional group. This compound is valued as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the alanine moiety into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceutical development, agrochemicals, and the synthesis of fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptidomimetics and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel, biologically active compounds for crop protection and herbicide formulations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The reactive ester group makes it suitable for biochemical applications, such as labeling peptides or creating molecular probes.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and exploratory chemistry within organic synthesis laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, 2-Oxopropyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	757888-58-7
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO3
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Alanine 2-oxopropyl ester; (S)-2-Aminopropanoic acid 2-oxopropyl ester; 2-Oxopropyl L-alaninate; Alanine, 2-oxopropyl ester, L-; Acetone alanine ester; 1-Oxo-2-propanyl L-alaninate; 757888-58-7 (CAS); L-Alanine acetone ester
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Quality Control

Our L-Alanine, 2-Oxopropyl Ester (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure high chemical purity and chiral integrity, with specifications typically covering identity, assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to support your R&D and quality assurance requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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