Description

(R)-3-Aminohexan-1-ol Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral building block and intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a critical component for the development of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in neurological and metabolic disorder research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Building block for non-natural amino acid analogs and peptide-based drug discovery.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for specialty chemicals requiring a specific (R)-configured amino alcohol backbone.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-3-Aminohexan-1-ol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	68889-63-4
Molecular Formula	C6H15NO • HCl
Molecular Weight	153.65 g/mol (Free base: 117.19 g/mol)
Synonyms	(R)-3-Amino-1-hexanol Hydrochloride; (3R)-3-Aminohexan-1-ol Hydrochloride; (R)-3-Aminohexyl Alcohol Hydrochloride; D-3-Aminohexan-1-ol HCl; (R)-1-Hydroxy-3-aminohexane Hydrochloride; (R)-3-Amino-n-hexanol Hydrochloride; (R)-3-Amino-1-hydroxyhexane Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our (R)-3-Aminohexan-1-ol Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

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 after opening to prevent moisture absorption, 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%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥99.0%
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.