Description

1-Amino-4-Methylpentan-2-One Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt compound, valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in enabling the production of complex molecules with high stereochemical fidelity, which is critical for efficacy in advanced applications. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers focused on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of novel APIs, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and other therapeutic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Peptide Mimetics & Modifications: Serves as a building block for creating non-natural amino acid derivatives and peptide analogs in medicinal chemistry.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of high-value specialty chemicals and flavors & fragrances intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-4-Methylpentan-2-One Hydrochloride
CAS No.	21419-26-1
Molecular Formula	C6H14ClNO
Molecular Weight	151.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-oxopentylamine hydrochloride; L-Leucinamide, 2-oxo-, hydrochloride; 2-Oxo-4-methylpentylamine hydrochloride; 1-Amino-4-methyl-2-pentanone hydrochloride; 4-Methyl-2-oxopentan-1-amine hydrochloride; α-Aminoisocaproyl methyl ketone hydrochloride; (4-Methyl-2-oxopentyl)ammonium chloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-4-Methylpentan-2-One Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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