Description

15-Aminopentadecanoic Acid is a long-chain ω-amino acid with a terminal amine and carboxylic acid functional group, making it a versatile bifunctional building block for chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key monomer in the production of specialized polyamides (nylons) and for creating peptide-like structures with unique properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer science, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel materials or bioactive compounds.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A crucial monomer for producing high-performance, long-chain polyamides (Nylon-15) with specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for synthesizing peptide mimetics, drug conjugates, and other bioactive molecules.
• Surface Modification & Coatings: Used to create functionalized surfaces with amine groups for improved adhesion, biocompatibility, or further chemical grafting.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: The distinct amine and carboxyl groups enable its use as a spacer or linker in bioconjugation techniques for diagnostics and therapeutics.
• Specialty Surfactants & Lubricants: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel surfactants and lubricant additives with tailored hydrophilic-lipophilic balance.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic and medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures and studying structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	15-Aminopentadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	17437-21-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₃₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	257.41 g/mol
Synonyms	15-Aminopentadecanoic Acid; ω-Aminopentadecanoic Acid; Pentadecanoic acid, 15-amino-; 15-Amino-pentadecansäure (German); Acide 15-aminopentadécanoïque (French); 15-Aminopentadecylic Acid; 15-Amino-n-pentadecanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 15-Aminopentadecanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Approx. 195 - 200 °C
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.