Description

n-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-6-Aminohexanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a dinitrophenyl group linked to an aminohexanoic acid chain, serving as a key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries for constructing novel compounds and developing analytical methods.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating fluorescent probes, affinity labels, or other diagnostic reagents due to the reactive amino and carboxylic acid functional groups.
• Peptide Mimetic Research: Acts as a modified amino acid derivative in the development of peptide analogs and mimetics for biological studies.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed as an intermediate in the synthesis of experimental herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and chemical biology within university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-6-Aminohexanoic Acid
CAS No.	10466-72-5
Molecular Formula	C12H15N3O6
Molecular Weight	297.27 g/mol
Synonyms	6-[(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)amino]hexanoic acid; N-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-6-aminocaproic acid; DNP-ε-Ahx-OH; ε-Ahx(Dnp); 2,4-Dinitroaniline-6-hexanoic acid; N6-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-L-lysine analog; Caproic acid, 6-[(2,4-dinitrophenyl)amino]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-6-Aminohexanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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