Description

Cyclohexaneacetic Acid, A-Amino-, Methyl Ester, (Ar)- CAS NO 37763-24-9 is a chiral, non-natural amino acid derivative characterized by its cyclohexyl and ester functional groups. This compound is a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and bioactive compounds. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder therapeutics.
• Peptidomimetics & Drug Discovery: Used to incorporate constrained, non-proteinogenic amino acid motifs into peptide analogs to enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced, chiral herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Ligand Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for stereoselective chemical transformations.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Material Production: Used in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexaneacetic Acid, A-Amino-, Methyl Ester, (Ar)-
CAS No.	37763-24-9
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO2
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Amino-2-cyclohexylacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (R)-2-amino-2-cyclohexylacetate; (R)-Cyclohexylglycine methyl ester; (R)-Amino(cyclohexyl)acetic acid methyl ester; (R)-2-Cyclohexyl-2-aminoacetate methyl ester; (Ar)-Amino-cyclohexyl-acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (αR)-α-amino-cyclohexaneacetate
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexaneacetic Acid, A-Amino-, Methyl Ester, (Ar)- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (R)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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