Description

(S)-2-Amino-6-(Methylthio)Hexanoic Acid is a chiral, sulfur-containing amino acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its core value lies in its unique structure, which serves as a versatile building block for the development of novel bioactive compounds and chiral ligands. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate a functionalized, optically active side chain into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in metabolic and neurological research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used to incorporate non-proteinogenic, sulfur-modified amino acid residues into synthetic peptides for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Amino-6-(Methylthio)Hexanoic Acid
CAS No.	34022-36-1
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO2S
Molecular Weight	177.26 g/mol
Synonyms	L-2-Amino-6-(methylthio)hexanoic acid; (S)-2-Amino-6-(methylmercapto)hexanoic acid; L-Methionine homologue; 6-(Methylthio)-L-norleucine; H-Met(6-Me)-OH; (S)-α-Amino-ε-(methylthio)caproic acid; NSC 334913
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Amino-6-(Methylthio)Hexanoic Acid 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 research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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