Description

2,2-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)Butyl 6-Aminohexanoate is a specialty bifunctional monomer containing both hydroxyl and amino groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing advanced polymers, including polyurethanes, polyamides, and epoxy curing agents. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and production engineers in the specialty polymer, coatings, adhesives, and pharmaceutical intermediate sectors for developing materials with tailored properties like flexibility, adhesion, and reactivity.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Key monomer for producing specialty polyurethanes and polyamides, imparting flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Epoxy Resin Systems: Acts as a curing agent or co-reactant to modify the toughness and curing characteristics of epoxy formulations.
• Coatings & Adhesives: Used to synthesize resins for high-performance coatings, sealants, and adhesives requiring enhanced durability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Dendrimer & Hyperbranched Polymers: Utilized as a core or branching unit due to its multiple functional sites for creating defined macromolecular architectures.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed to introduce crosslinks into polymer networks, improving thermal and mechanical stability.
• Surface Modification: Can be used to functionalize surfaces or particles to introduce amino groups for further conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)Butyl 6-Aminohexanoate
CAS No.	68084-20-8
Molecular Formula	C13H27NO5
Molecular Weight	277.36 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Aminohexanoic Acid 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)butyl Ester; 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)butyl 6-Aminocaproate; 5-Amino-5-oxopentyl 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)butanoate (tautomer); Trimethylolpropane Aminohexanoate Ester; TMP-6-Aminohexanoate; Amino-Functional TMP Ester; Butyl 6-Aminohexanoate, 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-; Polyurethane Diol-Amine Monomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)Butyl 6-Aminohexanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent composition, and reliable performance in your applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Amino Value	Contact for details
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details

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