Description

Ethyl 3-(Heptylamino)Propanoate is a specialty amino ester compound with the CAS registry number 85553-27-1. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive, prized for its unique combination of a lipophilic alkyl chain and a reactive ester group. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel compounds and formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a heptylamino side chain for biological activity or membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a precursor or component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial processes.
• Lubricant Additive: Utilized as an intermediate to produce additives that enhance the performance and stability of industrial lubricants and greases.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Research: Investigated for the development of new surfactants due to its amphiphilic structure, combining polar and non-polar regions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, leveraging the reactivity of its ester and secondary amine functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-(Heptylamino)Propanoate
CAS No.	85553-27-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	215.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(heptylamino)propionate; 3-(Heptylamino)propanoic acid ethyl ester; Propanoic acid, 3-(heptylamino)-, ethyl ester; N-Heptyl-β-alanine ethyl ester; Ethyl β-(heptylamino)propionate; Ethyl 3-(n-heptylamino)propanoate
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through analytical methods including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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