Description

3-Butenoic Acid, 2-Amino-, Hydrochloride is a high-purity, specialized organic salt used as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino group and an unsaturated carboxylic acid moiety, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Peptide Mimetics & Conjugate Chemistry: Used to introduce unsaturated side chains or specific functional handles into peptide backbones and bioconjugates.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, coatings, and hydrogels.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing probes to study biological pathways and protein functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butenoic Acid, 2-Amino-, Hydrochloride
CAS No.	89619-81-8
Molecular Formula	C₄H₇NO₂·HCl
Molecular Weight	137.56 g/mol (Free base: 101.10 g/mol)
Synonyms	2-Amino-3-butenoic acid hydrochloride; (E)-2-Aminobut-3-enoic acid hydrochloride; 2-Aminovinylacetic acid hydrochloride; 3-Butenoic acid, 2-amino-, hydrochloride (1:1); NSC 163022 (Hydrochloride); Vinylglycine hydrochloride (Note: Vinylglycine typically refers to the free base or other salts); 2-Amino-3-butenoate hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Butenoic Acid, 2-Amino-, Hydrochloride is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, chiral purity (where applicable), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, including pharmaceutical R&D.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended long-term storage at 2-8°C for optimal 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	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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