Description

L-Homocysteine, S-Ethyl-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized, high-purity derivative of the amino acid homocysteine, designed for advanced research and synthesis applications. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral building block and a precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals and biochemical probes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries for drug discovery and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting cardiovascular and neurological pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies related to homocysteine metabolism and transsulfuration pathways.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block for creating advanced crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Mimetics: Incorporated into peptide analogs to study structure-activity relationships and enhance metabolic stability.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Metabolite Synthesis: Used in the preparation of labeled or modified metabolites for tracer studies and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Homocysteine, S-Ethyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	84609-11-0
Molecular Formula	C8H17NO2S
Molecular Weight	191.29 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Homocysteine ethyl ester, S-ethyl derivative; S-Ethyl-L-homocysteine ethyl ester; Ethyl (2S)-2-amino-4-(ethylsulfanyl)butanoate; (S)-2-Amino-4-(ethylthio)butyric acid ethyl ester; L-2-Amino-4-(ethylthio)butyric acid ethyl ester; NSC 334913; Homocysteine S-ethyl ester ethyl ester (L-form)
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Quality Control

Our L-Homocysteine, S-Ethyl-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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