Description

Butanoic Acid, Amino- is a specialized organic compound featuring both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups, making it a versatile building block for chemical synthesis. This bifunctional nature is critical for creating complex molecules with tailored properties in advanced manufacturing. It is particularly valuable for industries requiring high-purity intermediates for pharmaceutical development, agrochemical formulation, and specialty polymer production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polyamides, epoxy curing agents, and other high-performance materials.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized to synthesize ligands and chelating compounds for metal ion sequestration.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Can be used in the controlled synthesis of certain aroma compounds and flavor enhancers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, Amino-
CAS No.	28805-76-7
Molecular Formula	C₄H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	103.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Aminobutanoic Acid; γ-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA); Piperidic Acid; 4-Aminobutyric Acid; GABA; 3-Carboxypropylamine; ω-Aminobutyric Acid; Norleucine Impurity F (Pharmaceutical Reference Standard)
EINECS	249-256-3

Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, Amino- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

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 conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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