Description

1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester -12-Amino- Dodecanoic Acid is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically the tert-butyl ester of 12-aminododecanoic acid. This compound serves as a crucial high-purity building block in organic synthesis, offering a protected carboxylic acid group that is stable under various reaction conditions but can be readily deprotected. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers and fine chemical manufacturers for the development of novel bioactive molecules, peptides, and specialized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those with long-chain aliphatic amino acid motifs.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to incorporate a protected 12-aminododecanoic acid residue.
• Bioconjugation: Serves as a linker or spacer molecule in the conjugation of drugs, probes, or polymers to biological entities like antibodies or proteins.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer for creating functionalized polyamides, polyesters, or other specialty polymers with amino groups.
• Chemical Biology Research: Tool compound for studying lipid metabolism, membrane interactions, or as a precursor for fluorescent or isotopic labeling.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Intermediate for producing conditioning agents or emulsifiers with specific fatty chain properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester -12-Amino- Dodecanoic Acid
CAS No.	245048-08-2
Molecular Formula	C16H33NO2
Molecular Weight	271.44 g/mol
Synonyms	12-((tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino)dodecanoic acid; 12-Aminododecanoic acid tert-butyl ester; Boc-12-Aminododecanoic acid; N-Boc-12-aminolauric acid; tert-Butyl 12-aminododecanoate; N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-12-aminododecanoic acid; LAUROYL-12-BOC; 12-(Boc-amino)dodecanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester -12-Amino- Dodecanoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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