Description

6-Aminohexane-1-Sulfonic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized organic sulfonic acid derivative, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a primary amine and a sulfonic acid group, makes it a critical intermediate for creating specialized surfactants, pharmaceutical actives, and high-performance materials. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce hydrophilic sulfonate moieties into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring enhanced water solubility or specific ionic characteristics.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: Used to produce zwitterionic or anionic surfactants with tailored properties for personal care, detergents, and industrial formulations.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce sulfonate groups into polymers, improving hydrophilicity, dyeability, or antistatic properties.
• Bioconjugation and Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for creating cross-linkers or modifying peptides and proteins.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Electroplating Additives: Component in formulations for metal finishing baths to improve brightness and throwing power.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new organic reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Aminohexane-1-Sulfonic Acid
CAS No.	72372-71-5
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₅NO₃S
Molecular Weight	181.25 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Amino-1-hexanesulfonic Acid; 6-Aminohexanesulfonic Acid; 1-Hexanesulfonic acid, 6-amino-; 6-Amino-n-hexanesulfonic Acid; ω-Aminohexanesulfonic Acid; 6-AHSA; Amino C6 Sulfonic Acid; 6-Amino Caproic Sulfonic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Aminohexane-1-Sulfonic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment. We can support development and registration needs for pharmaceutical (GMP), agrochemical, and industrial applications.

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 to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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