Description

β-(1-Cyclopentenyl)-DL-Alanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a cyclopentenyl side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and chemical companies engaged in the development of novel bioactive compounds, peptidomimetics, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used to incorporate constrained, non-natural amino acid residues into peptide analogs to study structure-activity relationships and enhance metabolic stability.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of specialized compounds for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in catalytic asymmetric reactions to create enantiomerically enriched compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Potential use as a building block in the development of novel herbicides or plant growth regulators with specific chiral requirements.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool in universities and corporate labs for methodology development and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-(1-Cyclopentenyl)-DL-Alanine
CAS No.	90087-65-3
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO2
Molecular Weight	155.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-3-(cyclopent-1-en-1-yl)propanoic acid; DL-2-Amino-3-(1-cyclopenten-1-yl)propionic acid; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(cyclopent-1-en-1-yl)propanoic acid; β-(1-Cyclopenten-1-yl)alanine; Cyclopentenylalanine; 1-Cyclopenten-1-yl-DL-alanine; (DL)-3-(1-Cyclopentenyl)alanine
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Quality Control

Our β-(1-Cyclopentenyl)-DL-Alanine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing specifications for identity, purity (typically by HPLC), and related substances is supplied 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	DL-Racemate
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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