Description

R-2-Aminododecanoic Acid is a chiral, long-chain amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry, which is crucial for developing bioactive compounds. Industries such as pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturing need it for applications in peptide mimetics, surfactants, and chiral catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for metabolic and neurological targets.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Peptides: Used to incorporate non-natural, lipophilic amino acid residues into peptide chains to enhance stability, membrane permeability, and biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific stereochemistry influences efficacy.
• Surfactant & Detergent Research: Employed in the development of novel, biodegradable amphiphilic molecules and gemini surfactants due to its long alkyl chain and amino functionality.
• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized for constructing sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Functions as a spacer or functional handle in bioconjugation strategies for drug delivery systems and diagnostic probes.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer for synthesizing specialized polyamides and polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	R-2-Aminododecanoic Acid
CAS No.	169106-36-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	215.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Aminododecanoic acid; D-2-Aminolauric acid; (R)-2-Aminolauric acid; (R)-2-Aminododecylic acid; (2R)-2-Aminododecanoic acid; R-α-Aminolauric acid; (R)-α-Aminododecanoic acid; D-α-Aminolauric acid
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Quality Control

Our R-2-Aminododecanoic Acid is produced 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 research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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