Description

2-Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a seven-membered cycloalkyl ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel bioactive compounds, peptidomimetics, and materials science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating constrained peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used to introduce conformational constraints into peptide backbones, enhancing metabolic stability and biological activity in medicinal chemistry projects.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis for the construction of complex molecules with a cycloheptane framework.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a component in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein-ligand interactions.
• Material Science: Investigated for incorporation into specialty polymers and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	3814-46-8
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminocycloheptane-1-carboxylic Acid; (1R,2S)-rel-2-Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic Acid; 2-Amino-1-cycloheptanecarboxylic Acid; Cycloheptane-2-amino-1-carboxylic Acid; 2-Amino-cycloheptanecarboxylic acid; 2-Amino-1-cycloheptanecarboxylic acid; 2-Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic acid (mixture of isomers); 2-Amino-cycloheptane-1-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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