N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%

Name: N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002418

About N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%

N-Methyl-L-alanine (CAS 3913-67-5) is a peptide synthesis reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C4H9NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 103.12 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S)-2-(methylamino)propanoic acid. Alternative names: N-Methylalanine and L-Alanine, N-methyl-.

The material typically appears as a white to almost white powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 300 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for peptide coupling, solid-phase peptide synthesis and bioconjugation. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer N-Methyl-L-alanine in 1 g, 5 g and 25 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Peptide coupling
Solid-phase peptide synthesis
Bioconjugation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002418
CAS Number	3913-67-5
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-(methylamino)propanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₉NO₂
Molecular weight	103.12 g/mol
Exact mass	103.0633
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	28439019
InChIKey	GDFAOVXKHJXLEI-VKHMYHEASA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H](C(=O)O)NC
PubChem CID	5288725

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to almost white powder
Melting point	300 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	49.3 Å²
Synonyms	N-Methylalanine, L-Alanine, N-methyl-, (2S)-2-(methylazaniumyl)propanoate, H-N-Me-Ala-OH, Alanine, N-methyl-, (S)-N-methylalanine, methyl-l-alanine, H-MeAla-OH, N-Me-Ala-OH, (S)-2-(Methylamino)propanoic acid, a-(Methylamino)propionic acid, Alanine, N-methyl-, L-

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 N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% is 3913-67-5. It is also known as N-Methylalanine, L-Alanine, N-methyl-, (2S)-2-(methylazaniumyl)propanoate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%?

N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% has the molecular formula C4H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 103.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-(methylamino)propanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% can I order?

We supply N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% in (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% 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 N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. N-Methyl-L-alanine, 98% 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.