Description

3-Aminohexanedioic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound containing both an amino and two carboxylic acid groups, making it a valuable chiral building block. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a constrained amino acid analog in the research and production of peptide-based therapeutics and mimetics.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for creating complex organic molecules, ligands, and catalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a precursor for labeled compounds in analytical applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of functional polyamides and other specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Aminohexanedioic Acid
CAS No.	5427-96-3
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO4
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Aminoadipic Acid; β-Aminoadipic Acid; DL-3-Aminoadipic Acid; 3-Aminohexanedioic Acid; 3-Aminoadipate; 5427-96-3; Aminoadipic Acid; 3-Amino-1,6-hexanedioic acid
EINECS	226-577-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Aminohexanedioic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Optical Purity (if applicable)	Contact for details

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