Description

Ethyl 2-Aminohex-5-Enoate is a versatile chiral building block and amino acid ester derivative. This compound is of significant value in organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing unnatural amino acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides that require specific enantiomeric purity.
• Peptidomimetics & Drug Discovery: Serves as a crucial building block for creating peptide analogs and other bioactive compounds in medicinal chemistry.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed in catalytic asymmetric reactions to introduce chiral centers into target molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or functional modifier in the development of specialized polymers.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Aminohex-5-Enoate
CAS No.	360059-80-9
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Amino-5-hexenoate; 2-Amino-5-hexenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 5-Hexenoic acid, 2-amino-, ethyl ester; (Ethoxycarbonyl)pent-4-en-2-amine; Ethyl 5-Hexenoate-2-amine
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Aminohex-5-Enoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (Specific enantiomer available)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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