Description

2,6-Diaminopimelic Acid is a vital diamino dicarboxylic acid that serves as a key biochemical building block and research compound. Its unique structure makes it an essential intermediate in the biosynthesis of lysine and peptidoglycan in bacterial cell walls, which is critical for studies in microbiology and antibiotic development. This high-purity compound is primarily required by researchers in pharmaceutical development, biotechnology, and academic institutions focusing on bacterial metabolism and novel antimicrobial agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Essential intermediate in the study of bacterial lysine and peptidoglycan biosynthesis pathways.
• Microbiology Studies: Used as a selective agent in bacterial culture media to study auxotrophic mutants.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key starting material or reference standard in the research of novel antibiotics targeting cell wall synthesis.
• Enzymology: Substrate or inhibitor for enzymes involved in diamino acid metabolism, such as diaminopimelate decarboxylase.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its role in bacterial nutrition and as a component of defined microbial growth media.
• Chemical Synthesis: Building block for the synthesis of more complex peptides, chiral ligands, or specialized organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Diaminopimelic Acid
CAS No.	2577-62-0
Molecular Formula	C7H14N2O4
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	DAP; 2,6-Diaminoheptanedioic Acid; meso-2,6-Diaminopimelic Acid; (2R,6S)-2,6-Diaminoheptanedioic Acid; (2S,6R)-2,6-Diaminoheptanedioic Acid; DL-2,6-Diaminopimelic Acid; Diaminopimelate; Bacterial Cell Wall Intermediate
EINECS	219-937-7

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Diaminopimelic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is analyzed with modern analytical techniques, including HPLC and chiral analysis, to confirm identity, potency, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% meso-isomer
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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