Description

3-Amino-Pentanoic Acid is a versatile non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative with a unique five-carbon backbone. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in peptide mimetics and small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for constructing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored activity.
• Biochemical Research: Used in metabolic pathway studies and as a precursor for synthesizing labeled compounds or unnatural amino acids.
• Peptidomimetic Chemistry: Essential for designing and synthesizing peptide analogs with enhanced stability and bioavailability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chelating agents and chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for introducing amino-acid-based functionalities into polymer backbones to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	186364-78-3
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Aminopentanoic Acid; β-Aminovaleric Acid; 3-Aminovaleric Acid; DL-3-Aminopentanoic Acid; 3-Amino-n-valeric Acid; 3-Aminopentanoate; 186364-78-3; Pentanoic acid, 3-amino-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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