L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester

Name: L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013478

About L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester

Listed under CAS 6384-08-3, L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester is a process intermediate or related compound of Glutamic Acid available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C6H11NO4, it has a molar mass of 161.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (4S)-4-amino-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoic acid. It is also known as Glutamic acid, methyl ester or (4S)-4-Azaniumyl-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoate.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Glutamic Acid, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester
Catalogue No.	VQ-013478
CAS Number	6384-08-3
IUPAC name	(4S)-4-amino-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₁NO₄
Molecular weight	161.16 g/mol
Exact mass	161.0688
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	SEWIYICDCVPBEW-BYPYZUCNSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)[C@H](CCC(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	440550

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 5
TPSA	89.6 Å²
Synonyms	Glutamic acid, methyl ester, (4S)-4-Azaniumyl-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoate, Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester, Glutamic acid alpha-methyl ester, L-Glutamic acid methyl ester, L-Glutamic acid alpha-methyl ester, Methyl (S)-2-amino-4-carboxybutanoate, Methyl L-glutamate, alpha-Methyl L-glutamate, H-Glu-OMe, 1-Methyl L-Glutamate, (S)-4-amino-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester is 6384-08-3. It is also known as Glutamic acid, methyl ester, (4S)-4-Azaniumyl-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoate, Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester?

L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester has the molecular formula C6H11NO4 and a molecular weight of 161.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (4S)-4-amino-5-methoxy-5-oxopentanoic acid.

What is L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester used for?

L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Glutamic Acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester can I order?

We supply L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester?

Yes. Every lot of L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Glutamic acid 1-methyl ester is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.