Description

4,7,10,13-Tetraoxapentadecanoic Acid, 15-Amino-, Methyl Ester is a specialized bifunctional organic compound featuring a polyether chain terminated by an amino group and a methyl ester. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and linker molecule for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the creation of functionalized polymers and surface-modifying agents. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical intermediates, polymer chemistry, and specialty surfactant research and development sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor or linker in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs requiring polyether-amine functionalities.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce hydrophilic polyether segments and reactive amine sites into polymers, enhancing properties like biocompatibility, solubility, or cross-linking potential.
• Surface-Active Agent Synthesis: Acts as a raw material for creating non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers with tailored hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) for specialty formulations.
• Dendrimer and Macromolecule Construction: Employed as a branching or functional chain extender in the stepwise synthesis of dendrimers and other precisely structured macromolecules.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized as a heterobifunctional cross-linker for attaching molecules (e.g., drugs, dyes, peptides) to proteins, nanoparticles, or other biomolecules.
• Material Science Research: Applied in the development of functional coatings, hydrogels, and smart materials where controlled surface properties and reactivity are critical.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,7,10,13-Tetraoxapentadecanoic Acid, 15-Amino-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1263044-69-4
Molecular Formula	C14H27NO7
Molecular Weight	321.37 g/mol
Synonyms	15-Amino-4,7,10,13-tetraoxapentadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 15-amino-4,7,10,13-tetraoxapentadecanoate; Amino-PEG4-acetic Acid Methyl Ester; H2N-PEG4-CH2COOCH3; 2-[2-[2-[2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]ethylamine Acetate Methyl Ester Derivative; 15-Aza-3,6,9,12-tetraoxapentadecan-1-oic Acid, Methyl Ester; Amino Tetraethylene Glycol Methyl Ester Acetate
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Quality Control

Our production of 4,7,10,13-Tetraoxapentadecanoic Acid, 15-Amino-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability and prevent degradation or moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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