Description

Alanine, n-(4-Chloro-1-Oxobutyl)-2-Methyl- is a specialized, high-purity organic building block used in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a modified amino acid derivative for constructing specialized peptide sequences in biochemical research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile intermediate in custom synthesis and process development for high-value specialty chemicals.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful in creating labeled compounds and molecular probes for diagnostic and research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, n-(4-Chloro-1-Oxobutyl)-2-Methyl-
CAS No.	881020-00-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16ClNO3
Molecular Weight	221.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-N-(4-chloro-1-oxobutyl)alanine; N-(4-Chlorobutanoyl)-2-methylalanine; (2S)-2-Methyl-N-(4-chlorobutanoyl)alanine; 4-Chloro-N-[(2S)-2-methyl-1-oxopropan-2-yl]butanamide; Alanine derivative with 4-chlorobutanoyl group; Chiral alanine butanamide derivative; 881020-00-4
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Quality Control

Our Alanine, n-(4-Chloro-1-Oxobutyl)-2-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.