Description

1-(3-Aminopropyl)Azepan-2-One is a specialized organic compound featuring both a cyclic amide (lactam) and a primary amine functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing modified caprolactam or polyamine motifs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or chain modifier for producing specialty polyamides and polymers with tailored amine functionality.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create complexing agents and chelating ligands for catalytic systems or metal ion sequestration.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: The reactive amine group enables its use as a spacer or linker molecule in bioconjugation and probe development.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for advanced materials, including coatings, adhesives, and functional surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Aminopropyl)Azepan-2-One
CAS No.	468745-51-9
Molecular Formula	C9H18N2O
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Aminopropyl)azepan-2-one; 3-(2-Oxoazepan-1-yl)propan-1-amine; N-(3-Aminopropyl)caprolactam; 1-(3-Aminopropyl)caprolactam; 7-Aza-8-oxo-1,10-diaminodecane (cyclic form); Azepan-2-one, 1-(3-aminopropyl)-; 3-(2-Oxoazepan-1-yl)propylamine
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Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Aminopropyl)Azepan-2-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity (typically by HPLC or GC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profile is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95% (Typical: 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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