Description

D-α-Aminosuberic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by its specific D-configuration and extended carbon chain. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors requiring precise molecular scaffolds for peptide mimetics, drug discovery, and biochemical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and bioactive molecules.
• Peptide Research & Modification: Used to introduce unnatural amino acid residues into peptide sequences to study structure-activity relationships and enhance metabolic stability.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Serves as a spacer or linker molecule in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other bioconjugates due to its carboxylic acid and amino functional groups.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a substrate analog to investigate the specificity and mechanism of aminotransferases and other enzymes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable starting material for the asymmetric synthesis of complex natural products and specialized organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-α-Aminosuberic Acid
CAS No.	19641-63-5
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO4
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Aminoheptanedioic Acid; D-2-Aminoheptanedioic Acid; D-2-Aminopimelic Acid Homolog; D-α-Aminosuberic Acid; (R)-Aminosuberic Acid; D-Aminosuberate; (2R)-2-Aminoheptanedioic Acid
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Quality Control

Our D-α-Aminosuberic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (D-isomer)
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.