Description

Dl-2-Aminooctanoic Acid CAS NO 644-90-6 is a non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring an eight-carbon chain with an amino group at the alpha position. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its role in modifying molecular properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and fine-tuning material characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), peptidomimetics, and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a key precursor for developing novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic studies, enzyme substrate analysis, and as a component in non-standard amino acid libraries.
• Chiral Synthesis: Serves as a building block for the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds in asymmetric synthesis.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specialty surfactants or conditioning agents.
• Material Science: Used in the development of novel polymers, dendrimers, and functionalized surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-2-Aminooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	644-90-6
Molecular Formula	C8H17NO2
Molecular Weight	159.23 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-2-Aminooctanoic Acid; DL-α-Aminooctanoic Acid; (±)-2-Aminooctanoic Acid; 2-Aminooctanoic Acid; Octanoic acid, 2-amino-; DL-2-Aminocaprylic Acid; H-DL-Aoc-OH; DL-AOC
EINECS	211-433-7

Quality Control

Our Dl-2-Aminooctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical research and production needs.

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); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	DL-Ratio ~50:50
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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