Description

2-Amino-3-Methoxy-3-Oxopropanoic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, protected amino acid derivative essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block in the development of complex molecules, offering a reactive amine group protected in its hydrochloride salt form for improved stability and handling. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in peptide synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and the production of specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based therapeutics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis protocols.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the synthesis of compound libraries for drug discovery.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in biochemical assays and metabolic pathway studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Methoxy-3-Oxopropanoic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	90587-51-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10ClNO5
Molecular Weight	199.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-3-methoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid hydrochloride; Methyl 2-amino-3-hydroxypropanoate hydrochloride; 3-Methoxy-2-aminosuccinic acid hydrochloride; 2-Amino-3-methoxy-3-oxopropanoic acid HCl; Methyl 2-aminomalonate hydrochloride; Aminomalonic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; 2-Aminomalonic acid monomethyl ester hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-3-Methoxy-3-Oxopropanoic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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

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