Molekula
DL-2-Phenylglycine
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DL-2-Phenylglycine is a chiral building block used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a racemic mixture of the D and L enantiomers of 2-phenylglycine. Available with a molecular formula of C8H9NO2, a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol, and stable at ambient storage conditions. CAS number: 2835-06-5. Signal word: None. Molekula supplies DL-2-Phenylglycine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — £85.70 per pack ex VAT · £102.84 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | <0.5% |
| TLC | One spot |
| Assay (Perchloric Titration) | >99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 290 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 3866 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 16677282 |
| CAS Number | 2835-06-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-amino-2-phenylacetic acid |
| EC Number | 200-719-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H9NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 151.16 |
| Exact Mass | 151.0633 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | ZGUNAGUHMKGQNY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H9NO2/c9-7(8(10)11)6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5,7H,9H2,(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 3866 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2922.49.99 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498590 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (+-)-ALPHA-PHENYLGLYCINE
- 2-Amino-2-phenylacetic acid
- 2-Phenylglycine
- alpha-Aminophenylacetic acid
- Amino(phenyl)acetic acid
- DL-a-phenylglycine
- DL-alpha-Phenylglycine
- DL-Phenylglycine
- H-DL-Phg-OH
- Phenylglycine dl
Frequently asked questions
What is DL-2-Phenylglycine used for?
DL-2-Phenylglycine is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of antibiotics and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of beta-lactam antibiotics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of DL-2-Phenylglycine?
The chemical formula is C8H9NO2 and the molecular weight is 151.16 g/mol.
How should DL-2-Phenylglycine be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for DL-2-Phenylglycine?
Molekula supplies DL-2-Phenylglycine in technical grade; custom purity grades are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply DL-2-Phenylglycine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply DL-2-Phenylglycine in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of DL-2-Phenylglycine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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