Description

2-Butenyl-4-Methylthreonine is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative with a unique side chain structure. This compound is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, serving as a crucial chiral building block or intermediate. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active compounds and exploring structure-activity relationships.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, including potential enzyme inhibitors or peptide mimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or analog in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Peptide Chemistry: Incorporated into custom peptide sequences to introduce specific structural modifications and study their biological effects.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of new crop protection agents and bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value organic molecules requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butenyl-4-Methylthreonine
CAS No.	81135-57-1
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO3
Molecular Weight	187.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-butenylthreonine; (2S,3S)-2-Amino-3-hydroxy-4-methylpent-4-enoic acid; 2-Butenyl-4-methyl-threonine; 4-Methyl-2-buten-1-yl-threonine; 2-Amino-3-hydroxy-4-methyl-4-pentenoic acid; (2S,3S)-4-Methyl-2-butenylthreonine; 4-Methylpent-4-en-2-yl-threonine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butenyl-4-Methylthreonine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and specific test results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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