Description

3-Amino-3-(6-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridin-3-Yl)-Propionic Acid CAS NO 773117-91-2 is a high-value, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a trifluoromethylpyridine moiety. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its ability to introduce both amino acid functionality and a fluorinated aromatic system. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecules: Used in constructing modified peptides and pseudopeptides to study structure-activity relationships and improve metabolic stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fluorinated Compound Libraries: An essential component for creating focused chemical libraries for high-throughput screening in drug discovery.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with unique surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-3-(6-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridin-3-Yl)-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	773117-91-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9F3N2O2
Molecular Weight	234.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-3-[6-(trifluoromethyl)-3-pyridinyl]propanoic Acid; β-Amino-β-(6-trifluoromethyl-3-pyridyl)propionic Acid; (3R/S)-3-Amino-3-(6-trifluoromethylpyridin-3-yl)propanoic Acid; 3-Amino-3-(6-trifluoromethyl-3-pyridyl)propionic Acid; 3-(6-Trifluoromethylpyridin-3-yl)-β-alanine; 773117-91-2; 3-Amino-3-(6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-3-yl)propanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-3-(6-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridin-3-Yl)-Propionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, NMR, and MS for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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