Description

5-Octyl D-Glutamate is a high-purity, non-natural amino acid derivative featuring a chiral D-glutamate core esterified with an octyl alcohol chain. This molecular architecture is critical for applications requiring specific stereochemistry and lipophilicity, such as in advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and specialty surfactants. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences and fine chemical sectors seeking a building block with tailored solubility and chiral purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in peptide mimetics and prodrug formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and as a standard in analytical method development for chiral separation techniques like HPLC.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Functions as a mild, biodegradable surfactant or emulsifying agent in high-end skincare formulations due to its amino acid-based structure.
• Specialty Surfactants: Acts as a building block for synthesizing novel, environmentally friendly surfactants with specific foaming, wetting, or dispersion properties.
• Polymer Science: Employed as a monomer or modifier for creating functional polymers with biodegradable or biocompatible characteristics.
• Food & Flavor Industry: Potential use as a precursor for certain flavor enhancers or as a processing aid, subject to appropriate regulatory approvals and grade availability.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Octyl D-Glutamate
CAS No.	149332-65-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₅NO₄
Molecular Weight	259.34 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glutamic Acid 5-Octyl Ester; Octyl D-Glutamate; (R)-5-(Octyloxy)-5-oxopentanoic Acid; D-5-Octyl Glutamate; D-Glutamic Acid γ-Octyl Ester; 5-O-Octyl-D-glutamate; (R)-Octyl Hydrogen Glutamate
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Quality Control

Our 5-Octyl D-Glutamate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

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