Description

(Carboxymethyl-Cyclohexyl-Amino)-Acetic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both carboxylic acid and amine functional groups on a cyclohexyl backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and specialty chemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications requiring custom functionalization and chiral synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring cyclohexylamine-derived structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Bioconjugation and Linker Chemistry: Utilized in the development of chemical linkers for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other bioconjugation applications.
• Fine Chemical and Specialty Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of polymers with specific functional properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Carboxymethyl-Cyclohexyl-Amino)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	2848-06-8
Molecular Formula	C10H17NO4
Molecular Weight	215.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Carboxymethyl)-N-cyclohexylglycine; Iminodiacetic acid, N-cyclohexyl-; Cyclohexyliminodiacetic Acid; N-Cyclohexyliminodiacetic Acid; (Cyclohexylamino)diacetic Acid; CHEMBL3183452; BDBM50111057; ZINC000004082756
EINECS	220-656-7

Quality Control

Every batch of (Carboxymethyl-Cyclohexyl-Amino)-Acetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformity to agreed specifications.

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 purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.