3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine

CAS 123761-12-6C12H12N2O2Chemical Synthesis

3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine (CAS: 123761-12-6) is a synthetic amino acid derivative with the molecular formula C12H12N2O2 and a molecular weight of 216.24 g/mol. It is recognised for its role in chemical synthesis and peptide chemistry. As a valuable building block, this compound finds application in research and development settings, contributing to the advancement of chemical biology and the synthesis of complex molecules.

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3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine (C12H12N2O2) — chemical structure, CAS 123761-12-6; Chemistry, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

Alanine DerivativesChemical BiologyChemical SynthesisPeptide Chemistry

01 /Applications

Chemical Synthesis

Utilised as a precursor or building block in the synthesis of novel organic compounds and complex molecular architectures. Its unique structure allows for diverse chemical transformations.

Peptide Chemistry

Incorporated into peptide chains to create unnatural peptides with modified properties. This is valuable for studying peptide structure-function relationships and developing peptidomimetics.

Chemical Biology Research

Employed in research to probe biological pathways or develop new molecular tools. Its quinolyl moiety offers potential for fluorescent labelling or interactions with biological targets.

Unnatural Amino Acid Derivatives

Serves as a key intermediate for synthesising a range of specialised amino acid derivatives for advanced chemical applications.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	216.24
Empirical formula	C12H12N2O2
Assay	≥98.0% (HPLC)

03 /Safety & handling

Protective equipment	Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

123761-12-6

MDL number

MFCD03095482

Beilstein registry

179632

05 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

06 /Frequently asked questions

What is 3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine used for?

3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine is primarily used in chemical synthesis, peptide chemistry, and chemical biology research as a specialised building block or unnatural amino acid derivative.

What is the CAS number and molecular formula for 3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine?

The CAS number is 123761-12-6, and the molecular formula is C12H12N2O2.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies 3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine with an assay of ≥98.0% (HPLC). We do not represent this product as USP, BP, EP, or pharmacopoeia grade.

What are the safety and handling requirements for 3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine?

Handling requires appropriate personal protective equipment including eyeshields and gloves. A type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN143) respirator filter is recommended. The compound has a WGK Germany rating of 3, indicating a high level of hazard to water.

How is 3-(2-Quinolyl)-DL-alanine packed, shipped, and exported?

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