Description

3-Hydroxydecanoic Acid n-Acetylcysteamine Thioester is a specialized biochemical intermediate that combines a fatty acid derivative with a cysteamine moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable precursor in the biosynthesis of complex natural products and a key building block for pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for applications in drug discovery, enzymology, and the synthesis of bioactive compounds. The compound is supplied under high-purity conditions to ensure optimal performance in sensitive applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, especially for research involving fatty acid metabolism and polyketide synthases.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for the laboratory synthesis of complex natural products and microbial metabolites.
• Proteomics & Labeling Reagents: Potential use in the development of chemical probes for protein labeling and activity-based profiling.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control and method development for related pharmaceutical compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxydecanoic Acid n-Acetylcysteamine Thioester
CAS No.	15469-78-0
Molecular Formula	C15H29NO3S
Molecular Weight	303.46 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetylcysteamine Thioester of 3-Hydroxydecanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxydecanoyl-N-acetylcysteamine; 3-HD-NAC; 3-Hydroxydecanoyl Thioester; (R/S)-3-Hydroxydecanoyl-N-acetylcysteamine; 3-Oxo-decanoyl-N-acetylcysteamine (reduced form); Decanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, 2-[(acetylamino)ethyl] thioester
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Hydroxydecanoic Acid n-Acetylcysteamine Thioester is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and research needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its sensitivity to oxidation and moisture. Allow the container to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and hydrolysis. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0% Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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