Description

3-(Aminomethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a primary amine group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by industries involved in developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and specialized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Peptidomimetic Chemistry: Used to incorporate non-natural amino acid residues into peptide chains to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Linker Molecule: Serves as a spacer or connector in bioconjugation and the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce amine functionality into polymer backbones for creating specialty coatings and adhesives.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful in preparing chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemists in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Aminomethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid
CAS No.	128013-69-4
Molecular Formula	C8H17NO2
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-(aminomethyl)hexanoic acid; (3-Aminomethyl-5-methyl-hexanoic acid); β-Amino-γ-methylcaproic acid; 3-(Aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid; 5-Methyl-3-(aminomethyl)hexanoic acid; (R/S)-3-(Aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid; Hexanoic acid, 3-(aminomethyl)-5-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Aminomethyl)-5-Methylhexanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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