Description

4-Aminohexanoic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of 6-aminocaproic acid, valued for its enhanced stability and solubility profile. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reagent or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research due to its amino acid-like structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of modified peptides or as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyamides or coatings with specific amine functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile synthon for introducing the 6-aminohexanoic acid moiety into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Aminohexanoic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	62000-71-9
Molecular Formula	C6H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	167.63 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Aminocaproic Acid Hydrochloride; 6-Aminohexanoic Acid Hydrochloride; 4-Aminocaproic Acid Hydrochloride; ε-Aminocaproic Acid Hydrochloride; (6-Aminohexanoic acid) hydrochloride; Amino Caproic Acid HCl; EACA Hydrochloride; Hexanoic acid, 6-amino-, hydrochloride (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Aminohexanoic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

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