Description

2-(2-Aminoethoxy)Acetic Acid Hcl is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both amino and carboxylic acid groups, protected as a hydrochloride salt for enhanced stability. This molecular structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, where precise functional group manipulation is required. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients, ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of drug candidates with ether-linked side chains.
• Peptide Mimetic & Linker Chemistry: Used to introduce hydrophilic, flexible spacer arms (PEG-like motifs) in peptide analogs, bioconjugates, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of modern herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require amino-acid-like components.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel chelating ligands used in metal catalysis, water treatment, and diagnostic imaging.
• Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for creating specialty polymers with improved hydrophilicity, adhesion, or biocompatibility for coatings and biomedical applications.
• Biochemical Research: Tool compound in life science research for studying enzyme inhibition, cell signaling, and as a component in buffer systems or culture media.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Aminoethoxy)Acetic Acid Hcl
CAS No.	81142-16-7
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO3 • HCl
Molecular Weight	155.58 g/mol (Free base: 119.12 g/mol)
Synonyms	Glycine, 2-(2-aminoethoxy)-, hydrochloride; 2-(2-Aminoethoxy)acetic acid hydrochloride; Amino-PEG1-acetic acid hydrochloride; O-(2-Aminoethyl)glycine hydrochloride; AEEA-HCl; Carboxymethyl aminoethyl ether hydrochloride; 2-[(2-Azaniumylethoxy)acetate] chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Aminoethoxy)Acetic Acid Hcl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, NMR, and titration methods. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliable supply for critical R&D and production processes.

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); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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