Description

Ac-Lys-Nh2 Hcl is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically the hydrochloride salt of Nα-Acetyl-L-lysine amide. This high-purity building block is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise molecular control in complex synthesis. It serves as a key intermediate in the development of peptides, pharmaceutical actives, and biochemical tools for the life sciences and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Peptide Synthesis: A crucial protected intermediate for the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of complex peptides and proteins.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development and production of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Bioconjugation: Serves as a spacer or linker molecule in the creation of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other bioconjugates.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: A building block for synthesizing specialized compounds used in agrochemicals and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ac-Lys-Nh2 Hcl
CAS No.	104584-11-4
Molecular Formula	C8H18N3O2 • HCl
Molecular Weight	233.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Nα-Acetyl-L-lysine amide hydrochloride; Ac-L-Lys-NH2 • HCl; N6-Acetyl-L-lysine amide hydrochloride; (S)-2-Acetamido-6-aminohexanamide hydrochloride; N-ACETYL-L-LYSINAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE; Ac-Lys-NH2 HCl; L-Lysine, N2-acetyl-, amide, hydrochloride; N-Acetyllysine amide hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our Ac-Lys-Nh2 Hcl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and cGMP manufacturing. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Rotation	-10.0° to -14.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm

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