Description

Heptanoyl Glycine is a high-purity, synthetic N-acyl glycine derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and life science research. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules and fine chemicals. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking to innovate in areas such as peptide mimetics and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly as a precursor for peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or substrate in metabolic studies, especially those investigating fatty acid-amino acid conjugates.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialty surfactants or active ingredients with potential skin-conditioning properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile acylating agent or protected glycine derivative in multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic molecules.
• Proteomics & Metabolomics: May be utilized as a standard in mass spectrometry for the identification and quantification of related metabolites in biological samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptanoyl Glycine
CAS No.	23783-23-5
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO3
Molecular Weight	187.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Heptanoylglycine; N-Enanthoylglycine; Heptanoylaminoacetic Acid; 2-(Heptanoylamino)acetic Acid; Enanthoylglycine; Glycine, N-heptanoyl-; NSC 163045; FAHFA(7:0/1:0)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Heptanoyl Glycine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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