Description

Sodium 6-Acetamidohexanoate is the sodium salt of 6-acetamidocaproic acid, a key intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of more complex molecules, offering reliable purity and consistent performance. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-quality raw materials for synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in peptide chemistry and for the introduction of the 6-acetamidohexanoate moiety into target molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in laboratory-scale research for studying metabolic pathways or as a standard in analytical methods.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the development of certain herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Potential use in the manufacture of certain conditioning agents or emulsifiers for personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 6-Acetamidohexanoate
CAS No.	7234-48-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14NNaO3
Molecular Weight	195.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Acetamidocaproic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 6-Acetamidocaproate; N-Acetyl-6-aminocaproic Acid Sodium Salt; Acetyllysine Sodium Salt (derivative); Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine Sodium Salt (racemic); AHA Sodium Salt; N-Acetylcaproic Acid Sodium Salt; Hexanoic acid, 6-(acetylamino)-, sodium salt (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 6-Acetamidohexanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Conforms

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