Description

2-Amino-2-Phenylbutyric Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of a non-proteinogenic amino acid. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other specialty compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the research and production of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative for the synthesis of modified peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to introduce stereogenic centers.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and metabolic pathways as a structural analog.
• Fine Chemical Production: An intermediate for manufacturing advanced agrochemicals, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Used in method development and exploratory chemistry within university and corporate research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-Phenylbutyric Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	94107-58-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₃NO₂·HCl
Molecular Weight	215.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-phenylbutanoic acid hydrochloride; (RS)-2-Amino-2-phenylbutyric acid hydrochloride; DL-2-Amino-2-phenylbutyric acid hydrochloride; α-Amino-α-phenylbutyric acid hydrochloride; 2-Phenyl-2-aminobutyric acid hydrochloride; Butyric acid, 2-amino-2-phenyl-, hydrochloride; (±)-2-Amino-2-phenylbutyric acid hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-2-Phenylbutyric Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and specification compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤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.