Description

4-Amino-5,6-Heptadienoic Acid is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a unique conjugated diene structure. This compound serves as a valuable versatile chiral building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules and bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel drug candidates and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in asymmetric synthesis, cycloaddition reactions, and the construction of complex natural product analogs due to its reactive amino and diene functionalities.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme mechanisms and as a precursor for synthesizing labeled compounds or specialized amino acid derivatives for biological assays.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of advanced crop protection agents and specialty agrochemicals.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or functional modifier in the creation of specialized polymers with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-5,6-Heptadienoic Acid
CAS No.	89825-31-0
Molecular Formula	C7H11NO2
Molecular Weight	141.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Aminohepta-5,6-dienoic acid; 5,6-Heptadienoic acid, 4-amino-; (4-Amino-5,6-heptadienoic acid); 4-Amino-5,6-heptadienoate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-5,6-Heptadienoic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.