Description

(S)-2-(7'-Octenyl) Glycine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a chiral center and a terminal alkene functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in medicinal chemistry, peptide mimetic development, and the creation of novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for incorporating unnatural amino acid motifs.
• Peptidomimetics: Used to construct peptide analogs where the alkene side chain can be further functionalized or used in cross-coupling reactions to enhance metabolic stability or binding affinity.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of tagged or modified amino acids for studying protein-protein interactions or enzyme mechanisms.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, leveraging its glycine backbone and alkene for further modification.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for synthetic organic chemists exploring new methodologies and compound libraries in both university and corporate settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-(7'-Octenyl) Glycine
CAS No.	115042-85-8
Molecular Formula	C10H19NO2
Molecular Weight	185.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-(Hept-6-en-1-yl)glycine; (S)-2-Amino-8-nonenoic acid; H-OctenylGly-OH; (S)-2-(7-Octenyl)glycine; 2-[(7Z)-7-Octen-1-yl]glycine (S)-form; Glycine, N-[(7Z)-7-octen-1-yl]-; (S)-α-Amino-8-nonenoic acid
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-(7'-Octenyl) Glycine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results 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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

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