Description

Benzyl 3-Aminopropionate Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt and a key protected intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in providing a benzyl-protected amine group, which is crucial for the controlled construction of complex molecules, particularly in peptide and pharmaceutical chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for API development and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds containing β-amino acid or propionate motifs.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative for the solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis of novel peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacturing of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with amine functionality.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful for linking molecules to proteins, antibodies, or other biomolecules via its reactive amine group after deprotection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl 3-Aminopropionate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	99616-43-0
Molecular Formula	C10H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	215.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Aminopropionic Acid Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Benzyl β-Alaninate Hydrochloride; β-Alanine Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Benzyl 3-Aminopropanoate Hydrochloride; H-β-Ala-OBzl HCl; Bzl-β-Ala-OH HCl; NSC 334884; Benzyl ester of 3-aminopropionic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl 3-Aminopropionate Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and stringent control of residual solvents and impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, ensuring compliance with your research or cGMP-grade requirements.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤2.0%

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