Description

(2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic Acid: 5-(Dithiolan-3-Yl)Pentanoic Acid is a specialized, high-purity biochemical building block. This compound is valued for its unique bifunctional structure, combining a lysine derivative with a lipoic acid moiety, which is critical for advanced research and synthesis. It serves as a key intermediate for pharmaceutical development, particularly in the creation of novel drug conjugates and targeted therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, including targeted cancer therapies and metabolic regulators.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Used in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other targeted delivery systems due to its reactive amine and carboxylic acid groups.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or reference standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme research related to lipoic acid and lysine.
• Peptide Synthesis: Enables the incorporation of a lipoyl group into synthetic peptides for studying protein modification and function.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic R&D: Investigated for potential applications in antioxidant formulations and anti-aging research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic Acid: 5-(Dithiolan-3-Yl)Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	20902-53-8
Molecular Formula	C11H22N2O4S2
Molecular Weight	310.43 g/mol
Synonyms	N6-Lipoyl-L-lysine; L-Lysine, N6-(dithiolan-3-ylpentanoyl)-; Lipoyllysine; 5-(1,2-Dithiolan-3-yl)-N6-(5-aminopentyl)pentanamide; Lipoic acid-lysine amide; (S)-2,6-Diamino-N-(5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentyl)hexanamide; 20902-53-8; Lipoyl-L-lysine
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Quality Control

Our (2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic Acid: 5-(Dithiolan-3-Yl)Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (S-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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