Description

(2S)-2-Amino-2-Cyclopentylethan-1-Ol Hcl CAS NO 2055848-97-8 is a high-purity chiral amino alcohol building block, specifically the hydrochloride salt of the (S)-enantiomer. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules, offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams working on novel therapeutics, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder targets.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral auxiliary or ligand precursor in catalytic asymmetric reactions to induce enantioselectivity.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing compound libraries in high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Peptidomimetics: Incorporated into the design of peptide analogs to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of chiral herbicides or fungicides.
• Academic Research: Used in university and institutional labs for methodological development in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(2S)-2-Amino-2-Cyclopentylethan-1-Ol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	2055848-97-8
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClNO
Molecular Weight	165.66 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-2-cyclopentylethanol hydrochloride; (2S)-2-Amino-2-cyclopentylethanol HCl; (S)-2-Cyclopentyl-2-aminoethanol hydrochloride; (1S)-2-Amino-1-cyclopentylethanol hydrochloride; (S)-2-Amino-2-cyclopentyl-1-ethanol hydrochloride; (S)-2-Cyclopentylglycinol hydrochloride; (S)-Amino-cyclopentylethanol HCl
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Quality Control

Our (2S)-2-Amino-2-Cyclopentylethan-1-Ol Hcl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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