Description

Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-Chloro-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of amino acid esters. This chemical serves as a crucial high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative for custom peptide synthesis in biochemical research.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile building block for constructing complex molecules in academic and industrial research settings.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-Chloro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	806596-29-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	151.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Amino-4-chlorobutanoate; 4-Chloro-L-homoserine methyl ester; 2-Amino-4-chlorobutyric acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-chloro-2-aminobutanoate; 4-Chloro-2-aminobutanoic acid methyl ester; (2S)-2-Amino-4-chlorobutanoic acid methyl ester (if stereospecific); L-4-Chlorohomoserine methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-Chloro-, Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and production standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. The compound may be hygroscopic; keep container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.