Description

(1-Aminocyclopentyl)Acetic Acid is a versatile cyclopentane-based amino acid derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a primary amine functional group on a rigid cyclopentane ring, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptide mimetics, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of novel APIs, including potential candidates for neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Peptidomimetics & Conformationally Restricted Peptides: Used to introduce rigid, non-natural amino acid motifs into peptide chains to enhance stability, bioavailability, and receptor selectivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: The amine and carboxylic acid groups facilitate its use as a bifunctional linker for attaching molecules to surfaces, polymers, or biomolecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(1-Aminocyclopentyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	58885-92-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2
Molecular Weight	143.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Aminocyclopentan-1-ylacetic Acid; (1-Aminocyclopent-1-yl)acetic Acid; Cycloleucine Acetic Acid Derivative; 1-Amino-1-carboxymethylcyclopentane; NSC 163022; ACAA; 1-Aminocyclopentane-1-acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (1-Aminocyclopentyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by HPLC or titration), and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. Our quality protocols are designed to support applications in cGMP environments where traceability and consistency are paramount.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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