Description

10-Amino-6-Decenoic Acid is a versatile, unsaturated amino acid derivative with a unique chemical structure featuring both an amino group and a terminal alkene. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, offering a handle for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, peptide mimetics, and polymer science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Synthesis: Used to incorporate non-natural amino acid motifs into peptides and other bioactive compounds to enhance stability, bioavailability, or biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for developing new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Precursor: The amino and carboxylic acid functionalities allow for incorporation into polyamides or other specialty polymers, while the alkene group enables cross-linking or further modification.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of probes and labeled compounds for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Amino-6-Decenoic Acid
CAS No.	71140-64-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	185.26 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Decenoic acid, 10-amino-; (E)-10-Amino-6-decenoic acid; 10-Amino-dec-6-enoic acid; 10-Amino-6-decenoic acid; 10-Amino-6-decenoic acid (mixture of isomers); ω-Amino-δ⁶-decenoic acid; 10-Azaniumyl-6-decenoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 10-Amino-6-Decenoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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