Description

7-Amino-Heptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically the ethyl ester hydrochloride salt of 7-aminoheptanoic acid. This compound serves as a crucial pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the controlled introduction of a functionalized seven-carbon chain. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized heptanoic acid backbone.
• Peptide Mimetics & Drug Discovery: Used in medicinal chemistry to create peptide analogs and novel molecular entities for biological screening and lead optimization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or chain extender for synthesizing specialty polyamides or functionalized polymers with amine groups.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Serves as a spacer or linker molecule in bioconjugation techniques for attaching labels, drugs, or other functionalities to biomolecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to introduce protected amino and ester functionalities for further chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Amino-Heptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride
CAS No.	29840-65-1
Molecular Formula	C9H20ClNO2
Molecular Weight	209.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 7-Aminoheptanoate Hydrochloride; 7-Aminoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester HCl; Ethyl 7-Azidoheptanoate Hydrochloride (precursor-related); H2N(CH2)6COOEt·HCl; ω-Aminoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; 7-Amino-enanthic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; Ethyl 7-Aminoenanthate Hydrochloride; Amino C7 Ester Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 7-Amino-Heptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Recommended long-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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