Description

2-(Methyl-(3-Methylbutanoyl)Amino)Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound, a derivative of glycine, that serves as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique structure, which incorporates both an amide and a carboxylic acid functional group, making it a key intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific peptide-like or amide linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its structural motif.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a crucial component in medicinal chemistry for designing and synthesizing peptidomimetics, which are molecules that mimic peptides.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to modify properties such as solubility, biodegradability, or to introduce specific reactive sites.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in the development of custom ligands for catalysis or metal chelation applications in industrial processes.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Acts as a linker or spacer molecule in the conjugation of biomolecules, such as in antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methyl-(3-Methylbutanoyl)Amino)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	88127-29-1
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO3
Molecular Weight	187.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-N-(3-methylbutanoyl)glycine; 2-[Methyl(3-methylbutanoyl)amino]acetic acid; N-Isovaleryl-N-methylglycine; (Methylisovalerylamino)acetic acid; Isovaleryl methyl glycine; 88127-29-1; N-Methyl-N-isovalerylglycine; Glycine, N-methyl-N-(3-methyl-1-oxobutyl)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Methyl-(3-Methylbutanoyl)Amino)Acetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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