Description

2-(Cyclohexen-1-Yl)Glycine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a cyclohexene ring, offering a unique structural motif for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and asymmetric synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptide mimetics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and as a scaffold for creating compound libraries in drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the design of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced specificity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the asymmetric synthesis of complex organic molecules for flavors, fragrances, and specialty materials.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a substrate analog in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Cyclohexen-1-Yl)Glycine
CAS No.	38147-79-4
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO2
Molecular Weight	155.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Cyclohexen-1-yl)glycine; 2-(1-Cyclohexenyl)glycine; Cyclohex-1-ene-1-glycine; 2-Amino-2-(cyclohex-1-en-1-yl)acetic acid; 1-Cyclohexene-1-glycine; (Cyclohex-1-en-1-yl)glycine; NSC 163023
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Cyclohexen-1-Yl)Glycine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.