Description

n-Acetylbialaphos is a chemically modified derivative of the natural herbicide bialaphos, known for its role as a potent inhibitor of glutamine synthetase. This compound is of significant interest in agricultural research and development for creating novel, targeted herbicide formulations. It serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard for scientists and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, enabling the study of plant metabolism and the development of new crop protection agents.

Application

• Agrochemical Research & Development: A key intermediate in the synthesis of novel herbicide candidates and the study of glutamine synthetase inhibition pathways.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for the identification and quantification of related compounds.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic assays and metabolic research to investigate the mechanism of action in plants and microorganisms.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use as a building block in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical compounds with targeted biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetylbialaphos
CAS No.	97412-78-7
Molecular Formula	C17H28N3O9P
Molecular Weight	449.40 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetylbialaphos; N-Acetylbialaphos sodium salt; L-2-Amino-4-[(hydroxy)(methyl)phosphinoyl]butyryl-L-alanyl-L-alanine N-acetate; Phosphinothricin acetylalanylalanine; Acetylbialaphos; Bialaphos N-acetate
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Quality Control

Our n-Acetylbialaphos is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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