Description

Pentanoic Acid, 5-Amino-, Methyl Ester is a versatile amino acid ester derivative with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. Key industries that rely on this high-purity intermediate include pharmaceutical R&D, peptide synthesis, and the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An essential building block for creating complex organic molecules in research and industrial applications.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Utilized in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other biopharmaceuticals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for the synthesis of certain aroma compounds and flavoring agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid, 5-Amino-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	63984-02-1
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	131.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Aminopentanoate; 5-Aminopentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 5-Aminovalerate; 5-Aminovaleric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl δ-Aminovalerate; δ-Aminovaleric Acid Methyl Ester; 5-Amino-n-valeric Acid Methyl Ester; L-Norvaline Methyl Ester Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pentanoic Acid, 5-Amino-, Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (if applicable)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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