Description

L-Alanine, n-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized amino acid derivative that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional structure, featuring both a protected amino acid ester and a reactive hydroxyl group, enabling precise molecular construction. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for applications in peptide mimetics, prodrug development, and the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs, prodrugs, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: The hydroxyl and ester functionalities make it suitable for creating cleavable linkers in antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other bioconjugates.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor analog in enzymatic studies and proteomics research.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating functional polymers with tailored properties for medical or industrial use.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: A building block for synthesizing moisturizing agents and other active compounds in high-end skincare formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Alanine, n-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	782420-80-8
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO3
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-L-alaninate; L-Alanine, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, methyl ester; (S)-Methyl 2-((2-hydroxyethyl)amino)propanoate; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-L-alanine methyl ester; Alanine derivative CAS 782420-80-8; Amino acid ester derivative; H-Ala(2-OH-Et)-OMe
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Quality Control

Our production of L-Alanine, n-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive applications. All materials are manufactured under a quality management system and undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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