Description

Norvaline, n-Acetyl-2-Methyl- is a chemically modified derivative of the non-proteinogenic amino acid norvaline, characterized by acetylation and methylation. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for developing novel compounds and studying biochemical pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and peptide-based therapeutics.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a modified amino acid residue in the production of custom peptides with altered properties.
• Proteomics & Metabolomics: Employed as a standard or reagent in mass spectrometry and analytical method development.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An intermediate for creating complex organic molecules in agrochemical and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Norvaline, n-Acetyl-2-Methyl-
CAS No.	958796-04-8
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO3
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-2-methylnorvaline; 2-Methyl-N-acetylnorvaline; (2S)-2-Acetamido-2-methylpentanoic acid; (S)-2-Acetamido-2-methylpentanoic acid; 2-Methyl-2-(acetylamino)pentanoic acid; Ac-2-Me-Nva-OH; N-Acetyl-α-methylnorvaline; N-ACETYL-2-METHYL-DL-NORVALINE
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Norvaline, n-Acetyl-2-Methyl- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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