Description

7-Aminoheptanoic Acid Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt and a key building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive amino group and a carboxylic acid moiety, making it an essential intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds or modify existing ones.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a linear C7 chain with terminal functional groups.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in the preparation of modified peptides and peptidomimetics, where the 7-aminoheptanoic acid residue can act as a linker or spacer.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyamides (nylons) and other functional polymers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized to create chemical linkers for attaching drugs to antibodies, proteins, or other carriers in targeted therapy development.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable starting material for academic and industrial research in heterocyclic chemistry and the synthesis of complex natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Aminoheptanoic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	62643-56-5
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClNO2
Molecular Weight	181.66 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Aminoheptanoic acid HCl; 7-Amino-enanthic acid hydrochloride; Heptanoic acid, 7-amino-, hydrochloride (1:1); ω-Aminoheptanoic acid hydrochloride; 7-Aminoenanthic acid hydrochloride; 7-AHA HCl; H2N(CH2)6COOH·HCl
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Quality Control

Our 7-Aminoheptanoic Acid Hydrochloride is produced 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 key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. While produced to high standards, this product is typically offered as a research or technical grade; specifications for pharmaceutical (USP/EP) or other regulated grades can be discussed based on project requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.