Description

R-2-Aminoctanoic Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by its chiral center and eight-carbon alkyl chain. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules with precise stereochemistry. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with targeted activity.
• Biochemical Research: Used in metabolic studies, enzyme substrate modeling, and as a precursor for labeled compounds.
• Peptide Synthesis: Incorporation into custom peptides and peptidomimetics for drug discovery and biochemical tools.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or precursor for chiral catalysts in stereoselective transformations.
• Specialty Polymers: Monomer for the production of functionalized polyamides and other polymers with unique properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	R-2-Aminoctanoic Acid
CAS No.	106819-03-8
Molecular Formula	C8H17NO2
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Aminooctanoic Acid; D-2-Aminooctanoic Acid; (R)-2-Amino-n-caprylic Acid; (2R)-2-Aminooctanoic Acid; (R)-α-Aminooctanoic Acid; D-α-Aminocaprylic Acid; (R)-Octanoic acid, 2-amino-
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Quality Control

Our R-2-Aminoctanoic 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and chiral excess are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

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 (R)
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.