Description

Homoserine, 1-Methylethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound, a protected ester derivative of the non-proteinogenic amino acid homoserine. This chemical is of significant value as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and novel bioactive compounds, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require specific amino acid-like structures.
• Peptide Mimetics & Conjugates: Acts as a modified amino acid residue for creating peptide analogs with enhanced stability or altered biological activity.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms or protein interactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Homoserine, 1-Methylethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	764724-40-5
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO3
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylethyl Homoserinate; Isopropyl Homoserinate; Isopropyl 2-amino-4-hydroxybutanoate; 2-Amino-4-hydroxybutanoic Acid 1-Methylethyl Ester; Homoserine Isopropyl Ester; (9CI) Homoserine, 1-Methylethyl Ester; L-Homoserine Isopropyl Ester (if applicable); DL-Homoserine Isopropyl Ester (if applicable)
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Quality Control

Our Homoserine, 1-Methylethyl Ester (9Ci) is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical grades: 97%, 98%, 99%)
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specify: L-, D-, or Racemic (DL-)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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