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6-Aminohexanoic acid (6-Aminocaproic acid)
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6-Aminohexanoic acid, also known as 6-aminocaproic acid, is a chemical used in pharmaceutical and biochemical research, particularly in the synthesis of polymers and as a precursor in drug development. It is also the active ingredient in antifibrinolytic medicines such as Amicar, and an industrial intermediate in nylon 6 production. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. CAS: 60-32-2, Molecular formula: C6H13NO2, Molecular weight: 131.17 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 6-Aminohexanoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £155.70 per pack ex VAT · £186.84 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 204 - 209°C |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| pH | 7.5 - 8.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 10ppm |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.1% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear and colourless |
| Assay (Titration) | 98.5 - 101% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Ninhydrin-positive substances | ≤ 0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 207 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine, white, crystalline powder |
| Odour | Odorless, or nearly so |
| Melting Point | 205 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 4.43 (at 25 °C) |
Source: PubChem CID 564 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15845021 |
| CAS Number | 60-32-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 6-aminohexanoic acid |
| EC Number | 200-469-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H13NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 131.17 |
| Exact Mass | 131.0946 |
| SMILES | C(CCC(=O)O)CCN |
| InChIKey | SLXKOJJOQWFEFD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H13NO2/c7-5-3-1-2-4-6(8)9/h1-5,7H2,(H,8,9) |
| PubChem CID | 564 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29224980 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498590 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P332+313 IF skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 6-Aminocaproic acid
- 6-aminohexanoic acid
- Acepramin
- Acepramine
- aminocaproic acid
- Capramol
- Caprolisin
- Epsicapron
- Epsilcapramin
- Hexanoic acid, 6-amino-
Frequently asked questions
What is 6-Aminohexanoic acid used for?
It is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of nylon-6 and as a biochemical reagent in research applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 6-Aminohexanoic acid?
The formula is C6H13NO2 with a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol.
How should 6-Aminohexanoic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 6-Aminohexanoic acid?
Available in technical and research-grade forms; specific grades may vary by order size.
Can Molekula supply 6-Aminohexanoic acid in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 6-Aminohexanoic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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