Description

2-Aminoheptanoic Acid is a versatile seven-carbon amino acid derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce specific structural motifs and functional groups into complex molecules, enabling the development of novel compounds with targeted properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in the synthesis of peptide mimetics and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry for optimal activity.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a non-proteinogenic amino acid in metabolic studies, enzyme substrate research, and the synthesis of modified peptides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and ligands for metal catalysis due to its amphoteric nature.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for the synthesis of novel polymers with tailored properties like biodegradability or specific interfacial activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminoheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	1115-90-8
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight	145.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminoheptanoic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 2-amino-; 2-Amino-enanthic acid; DL-2-Aminoheptanoic acid; (±)-2-Aminoheptanoic acid; α-Aminoheptanoic acid; 2-Aminoenanthic acid; NSC 163063
EINECS	214-233-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminoheptanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.