
Catalog Number	AR00EC43
Chemical Name	L-2-AMINO-3-(5-HYDROXYINDOLYL)PROPIONIC ACID ETHYL ESTER HYDROCHLORIDE
CAS Number	57432-62-9
Molecular Formula	C13H17ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	284.7387
MDL Number	MFCD00038994
SMILES	CCOC(=O)[C@H](Cc1c[nH]c2c1cc(O)cc2)N.Cl

(S)-Ethyl 2-amino-3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate hydrochloride is a valuable compound in chemical synthesis due to its versatile applications. This chiral amino acid derivative is commonly utilized as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and natural product derivatives. Its unique structure allows for the introduction of functional groups and stereochemistry control in complex molecule synthesis. In asymmetric synthesis, this compound serves as a key intermediate for the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds, making it an essential tool for the production of optically active molecules with high purity and efficacy. Additionally, its incorporation into peptide and peptide-mimetic structures enhances biological activity, making it a crucial component for the development of novel drug candidates and bioactive compounds.