Description

6-Amino- Hexanoic Acid, Phenylmethyl Ester, Hydrochloride (1:1) is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically the benzyl ester hydrochloride salt of 6-aminohexanoic acid. This compound is a crucial building block in organic synthesis, offering a reactive amine group protected from moisture sensitivity in its salt form and an ester moiety suitable for further transformations. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of peptide mimetics, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and specialized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the preparation of peptide-based drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in the synthesis of complex organic compounds, including heterocycles and functionalized polymers.
• Protecting Group Strategy: The benzyl ester group serves as a protecting group for carboxylic acids in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Potential use in linker molecules for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) or other bioconjugation applications.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or modifier in the research and development of novel polyamides or other polymeric materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Synthesis of labeled compounds or probes for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Amino- Hexanoic Acid, Phenylmethyl Ester, Hydrochloride (1:1)
CAS No.	5515-00-4
Molecular Formula	C13H20ClNO2
Molecular Weight	257.76 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Aminohexanoic Acid Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Benzyl 6-Aminohexanoate Hydrochloride; L-Lysine, 6-amino-N6-(phenylmethyl)-, hydrochloride; 6-(Benzyloxycarbonylamino)hexanoic Acid Hydrochloride; Z-6-Ahx-OH·HCl; N6-Cbz-6-Aminohexanoic Acid Hydrochloride; ω-Aminocaproic Acid Benzyl Ester Hydrochloride; Caproic acid, 6-amino-, phenylmethyl ester, hydrochloride
EINECS	226-852-5

Quality Control

Our 6-Amino- Hexanoic Acid, Phenylmethyl Ester, Hydrochloride (1:1) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

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

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