Description

12-Aminododec-4-enoic acid is a bifunctional organic compound featuring both an amino group and a carboxylic acid group separated by a long hydrocarbon chain containing a carbon-carbon double bond. This unique structure makes it a valuable versatile building block for the synthesis of specialized polymers, surfactants, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring long-chain amino acid motifs or unsaturated backbones.
• Polymer Modification: Used as a comonomer or chain extender to introduce amine functionality and unsaturation into polyamides, polyesters, and other specialty polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, cross-linking capability, and reactivity.
• Surfactant & Corrosion Inhibitor Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating novel cationic or amphoteric surfactants and corrosion inhibitors due to its long hydrophobic chain and polar head groups.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that incorporate an unsaturated fatty acid-like structure.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for creating spacers or linkers in bioconjugation strategies, leveraging the reactivity of both the amine and carboxyl groups.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Can be derivatized to produce additives that improve the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	12-Aminododec-4-enoic Acid
CAS No.	70994-19-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	213.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Dodecenoic acid, 12-amino-; 12-Amino-4-dodecenoic acid; (E)-12-Aminododec-4-enoic acid; (Z)-12-Aminododec-4-enoic acid; 12-Azanyldodec-4-enoic acid; Unsaturated 12-aminolauric acid; 12-Amino-4-dodecenoic acid; ω-Amino-δ⁴-dodecenoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 12-Aminododec-4-enoic acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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