Description

(1R,2S)-2-Amino-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid CAS NO 8604-31-7 is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative characterized by its specific stereochemistry. This compound is a critical chiral building block in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics with enhanced efficacy and reduced side effects. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers in the development of peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in peptidomimetics and protease inhibitors.
• Peptide Chemistry: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce conformational constraints and modulate biological activity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme-substrate interaction research.
• Agrochemical Development: A potential building block for the synthesis of advanced, chiral herbicides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1R,2S)-2-Amino-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	8604-31-7
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO2
Molecular Weight	129.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S)-2-Aminocyclopentane-1-carboxylic Acid; cis-2-Aminocyclopentanecarboxylic Acid; (1R,2S)-ACPC; cis-ACPC; (1R,2S)-2-Amino-1-cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid; (1R,2S)-2-Aminocyclopentane-1-carboxylic Acid; cis-2-Amino-1-cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid; (1R,2S)-2-Aminocyclopentanecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our (1R,2S)-2-Amino-Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical R&D and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
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.