Description

Heptanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-Fluoro- (9Ci) is a fluorinated amino acid derivative with the CAS registry number 194349-16-1. This specialty organic building block is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both an amino group and a fluorine atom on a medium-chain fatty acid backbone, enabling precise modifications in advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the research and synthesis of potential new drug candidates, particularly for incorporating fluorine to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Peptide Mimetics & Modifications: Employed in peptide chemistry to create non-natural amino acid analogs, altering the physicochemical properties and biological activity of peptide sequences.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing labeled compounds or probes used to study enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional modifier for creating specialized polymers with unique surface properties or compatibility.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including asymmetric synthesis and fluorination chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-Fluoro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	194349-16-1
Molecular Formula	C7H14FNO2
Molecular Weight	163.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4-fluoroheptanoic acid; 4-Fluoro-2-aminoheptanoic acid; (2-Amino-4-fluoroheptyl)carboxylic acid; DL-2-Amino-4-fluoroheptanoic acid; 194349-16-1; 2-Azaniumyl-4-fluoroheptanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Heptanoic Acid, 2-Amino-4-Fluoro- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable sourcing in critical development workflows.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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