Description

(2-Fluoro-Benzylamino)-Acetic Acid is a specialized fluorinated amino acid derivative that serves as a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in introducing both fluorine and a functionalized acetic acid moiety, enabling precise modulation of molecular properties in target structures. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in drug discovery, agrochemical development, and the creation of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Serves as a non-natural amino acid analog for constructing modified peptides with improved metabolic stability and binding affinity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Fluorine Chemistry Library Building: A valuable starting material for creating focused libraries of fluorinated compounds in high-throughput screening.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functionalized surfaces requiring specific fluorine-containing motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Fluoro-Benzylamino)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	88720-49-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10FNO2
Molecular Weight	183.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Fluorobenzyl)glycine; Glycine, N-[(2-fluorophenyl)methyl]-; 2-[(2-Fluorobenzyl)amino]acetic acid; (2-Fluorobenzylamino)acetic Acid; 88720-49-4; N-(2-Fluorobenzyl)aminoacetic Acid; 2-Fluoro-N-(carboxymethyl)benzylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Fluoro-Benzylamino)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and scale-up. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete batch data are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.