Description

2-Aminocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, protected amino acid derivative essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral building block in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptide mimetics and small molecule drugs.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used to introduce constrained cyclohexyl backbone structures into peptide analogs to enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemistry.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Employed in the synthesis of chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring high stereochemical purity and reliable quality.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1384430-90-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	179.65 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-Aminocyclohexanecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; (1R,2S)-2-Aminocyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 2-Amino-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid HCl; Cycloleucine hydrochloride derivative; 2-ACHC HCl; 2-Aminocyclohexylcarboxylic acid hydrochloride; (1S,2R)-2-Aminocyclohexanecarboxylic acid hydrochloride (enantiomer)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Aminocyclohexanecarboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and supply chain reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect 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 (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.