Description

2-Amino-3-Phenylbutanoic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, non-natural amino acid derivative, specifically the hydrochloride salt of L-phenylalanine β-methyl analogue. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative for solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological pathways.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Phenylbutanoic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	80997-87-1
Molecular Formula	C10H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	215.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenyl-DL-2-aminobutanoic acid hydrochloride; (±)-2-Amino-3-phenylbutyric acid hydrochloride; β-Methylphenylalanine hydrochloride; DL-2-Amino-3-phenylbutanoic acid HCl; 2-Amino-3-phenylbutyric acid HCl; α-Amino-β-methylhydrocinnamic acid hydrochloride; 3-Phenyl-2-aminobutanoic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-3-Phenylbutanoic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Specification available upon request
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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