Description

7-Azidoheptanoic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and an azido group, separated by a flexible heptyl chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for click chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of complex molecules via copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC). It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, bioconjugation, and materials science sectors who require a reliable, high-purity linker for drug discovery, polymer modification, and probe development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs via click chemistry.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Used to attach fluorescent dyes, affinity tags, or other functional groups to biomolecules like proteins, peptides, and antibodies.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functionalized polymers, hydrogels, and smart materials.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Enables site-specific labeling and modification of biomolecules in research applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel agrochemical compounds and delivery systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for organic synthesis and methodology development in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Azidoheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	135920-28-4
Molecular Formula	C7H13N3O2
Molecular Weight	171.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Azidoheptanoic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 7-azido-; 7-Azido-enanthic acid; Azidoheptanoic acid; 7-Azido-1-heptanoic acid; ω-Azidoheptanoic acid; 6-(Azidomethyl)hexanoic acid; (6-Azidohexyl)methanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 7-Azidoheptanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to the presence of the azide functional group, appropriate safety protocols for handling azide compounds should be followed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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