Description

6-Acetamidohexanal is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both an aldehyde and an acetamide group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for constructing heterocycles, peptidomimetics, and other bioactive compounds. The compound, identified by CAS NO 123090-43-7, offers a critical building block for advancing drug discovery and material science projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly in neurological and metabolic disease research.
• Peptidomimetic Synthesis: Used to introduce aldehyde functionality for the creation of peptide analogs and constrained scaffolds in medicinal chemistry.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of various nitrogen-containing heterocycles like piperidines and pyrrolidines.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in polymer and material science for creating cross-linked networks due to its reactive aldehyde group.
• Bioconjugation: Acts as a linker molecule for attaching labels, drugs, or other functional groups to biomolecules in biotech applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Acetamidohexanal
CAS No.	123090-43-7
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Acetamidocaproaldehyde; N-(5-Formylpentyl)acetamide; 6-Acetamidocapronaldehyde; 6-Acetamido-1-hexanal; 6-Acetamidohexanaldehyde; Acetamide, N-(5-formylpentyl)-; 5-Acetamidopentanal; 1-Hexanal, 6-acetamido-
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Quality Control

Our 6-Acetamidohexanal is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated research and development environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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