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(S)-methyl 2-acetamido-3-hydroxypropanoate; CAS No.: 54322-41-7; (S)-methyl 2-acetamido-3-hydroxypropanoate. PROPERTIES: This compound is an (S)-methyl 2-acetamido-3-hydroxypropanoate appearing as white crystalline powder. Its molecular weight is approximately 197.20 g/mol. It has melting point around 110-115 C. The compound is moderately soluble in common organic solvents like acetone and acetonitrile. It's moisture sensitive and may hydrolyze upon exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store in tightly sealed containers under nitrogen atmosphere. Keep below 20 C and protect from moisture. Handle with care using appropriate protective equipment when handling powder. APPLICATIONS: (S)-methyl 2-acetamido-3-hydroxypropanoate is utilized in asymmetric synthesis as chiral amide building block as detailed in Tetrahedron Asymmetry. It's employed in preparation of certain ACE inhibitor prodrugs mentioned in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. Additionally, this compound serves as intermediate for synthesizing hydroxy amide-containing pharmaceuticals reported in Organic Process Research & Development. The hydroxyl and acetamido groups provide valuable sites for further functionalization in drug discovery projects.