Description

L-Glutamic Acid, N,N'-(1,16-Dioxo-1,16-Hexadecanediyl)Bis- is a specialized bisamide derivative of glutamic acid and a long-chain dicarboxylic acid. This compound serves as a high-value, multifunctional building block for the synthesis of advanced polymers and biomaterials. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, specialty polymer, and advanced material science sectors for creating novel peptide mimetics, biodegradable linkers, and functionalized surfaces.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug conjugates, prodrugs, and targeted delivery systems.
• Biomaterial Synthesis: Used in the development of biodegradable polymers, hydrogels, and tissue engineering scaffolds due to its peptide-like structure.
• Specialty Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polyamides and polyesters with tailored degradation profiles.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to modify material surfaces with bioactive or adhesive peptide sequences.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Actives: Potential ingredient for advanced skincare formulations requiring controlled release or skin-binding properties.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial research exploring new peptide-based materials and chemical biology tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Glutamic Acid, N,N'-(1,16-Dioxo-1,16-Hexadecanediyl)Bis-
CAS No.	1255861-91-6
Molecular Formula	C26H44N4O8
Molecular Weight	540.66 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Hexadecanedioylbis-L-glutamine; Bis(L-glutamine) hexadecanedioate derivative; 1,16-Hexadecanedioic acid bis-N-L-glutamyl diamide; L-Glutamine, N,N'-(1,16-dioxo-1,16-hexadecanediyl)bis-; Hexadecanedioyl-bis-glutamic acid diamide; Glutamic acid-based C16 spacer; Adipic acid bis(glutamine) analog (C16)
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Quality Control

Our L-Glutamic Acid, N,N'-(1,16-Dioxo-1,16-Hexadecanediyl)Bis- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP-grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% L-isomer
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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