(2S)-2-(Benzylamino)propanoic acid

CAS: 7585-47-9

Ref. 3D-HAA58547

Product Information

• Name: (2S)-2-(Benzylamino)propanoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: (2S)-2-(Benzylamino)propanoic acid is an optical prodrug that has a high selectivity index against viruses. It is hydrolyzed to formamide and benzylamine in the presence of water, which can be used as a precursor for the synthesis of purines. 2-(Benzylamino)propanoic acid also has antiviral activity and can be used to synthesize nitroaromatic compounds. This compound displays nonlinear optical properties with an effective wavelength range of 400-500 nm, making it useful for applications such as laser treatment and photodynamic therapy. The solvents used in this reaction are n-dimethyl formamide (DMF) and hydrochloric acid.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 179.22 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₃NO₂
• Purity: Min. 95%