Description

2-Phenyl-3-Aminopropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile chiral building block and intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its structural features, which make it a key precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of drugs targeting the central nervous system and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Serves as a valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a starting material or ligand precursor in the development of chiral catalysts for enantioselective reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the custom synthesis of complex organic molecules for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyl-3-Aminopropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	99092-02-1
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-amino-3-phenylpropanoate; Methyl 3-amino-3-phenylpropionate; Methyl 3-phenyl-β-alaninate; β-Phenyl-β-alanine methyl ester; (RS)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid methyl ester; DL-2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid methyl ester; 3-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenyl-3-Aminopropionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

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