Description

(R)-2-Aminotetradecanoic Acid CAS NO 129938-61-0 is a high-purity, chiral amino acid derivative characterized by a 14-carbon alkyl chain. This compound is a critical chiral building block for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutics, peptide mimetics, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in metabolic and neurological disorders.
• Peptidomimetics & Peptide Synthesis: Used to incorporate a long hydrophobic chain into peptide sequences, modifying their stability, lipophilicity, and receptor binding affinity.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a standard for analytical method development in chiral separation techniques.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Can be employed as a chiral ligand precursor or auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis to induce enantioselectivity.
• Material Science: Potential building block for the synthesis of novel surfactants, polymers, or liquid crystals with specific chiral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-2-Aminotetradecanoic Acid
CAS No.	129938-61-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	243.39 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Aminomyristic Acid; D-2-Aminotetradecanoic Acid; (R)-2-Amino-tetradecanoic Acid; (2R)-2-Aminotetradecanoic Acid; (R)-α-Aminotetradecanoic Acid; D-α-Aminomyristic Acid; (R)-Tetradecan-2-aminoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (R)-2-Aminotetradecanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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