Description

1-Amino-1-Cycloheptanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a seven-membered cycloalkyl ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research and development, serving as a key precursor for novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and in the creation of peptidomimetics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Synthesis: Used to incorporate constrained, non-natural amino acid motifs into peptide analogs to enhance stability, bioavailability, and biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials requiring specific cyclic amino acid components.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and organic synthesis research in both academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-1-Cycloheptanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6949-77-5
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Aminocycloheptane-1-carboxylic Acid; 1-Amino-1-carboxycycloheptane; Cycloheptane-1-carboxylic acid, 1-amino-; 1-Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic Acid; Aminocycloheptanecarboxylic Acid; 1-Cycloheptylglycine; 1-Amino-cycloheptanecarboxylic acid; 1-Amino-1-cycloheptanecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-1-Cycloheptanecarboxylic 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) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications in regulated research and development environments.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
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.