Description

2-Amino-2-Phosphono-Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized organophosphorus compound featuring a unique cyclohexane backbone functionalized with both amino and phosphonic acid groups. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and agrochemical development. It is sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting bone metabolism or enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, plant growth regulators, or fungicides due to its phosphonate moiety, which can mimic biological phosphates.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chelating ligands in coordination chemistry, useful in catalysis or metal ion sequestration.
• Biomimetic Compound Development: Employed in research to create analogs of natural phosphonates for studying biochemical pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating functional polymers with specific metal-binding or surface-modifying properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-2-Phosphono-Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	102402-46-0
Molecular Formula	C7H14NO5P
Molecular Weight	223.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-phosphonocyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 2-Amino-2-phosphono-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid; 1-Carboxy-2-amino-2-phosphonocyclohexane; APCHA; (1-Carboxy-2-amino-2-phosphono)cyclohexane; NSC 339288; 2-Amino-2-phosphonocyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-2-Phosphono-Cyclohexane-1-Carboxylic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results for identity, purity, and specific impurities, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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