(S)-(-)-alpha-Amino-omega-caprolactam, CAS No. 21568-87-6

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21568-87-6

Catalog No. EBD2199121

CAS 21568-87-6

Name (S)-(-)-alpha-Amino-omega-caprolactam

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Basic Information

Synonyms: (S)-(-)-alpha-Amino-omega-caprolactam (S)-3-Amino-2-azepanone (3R)-3-Aminoazepan-2-one L-a-Amino-e-caprolactam L-alpha-amino-epsilon-caprolactam (3S)-3-aminoazepan-2-one (S)-a-Amino-omega-caprolactam (S)-3-amino-hexahydro-2-azepinone (S)-3-Amino-Azepan-2-One

Molecular Formula: C6H12N2O

Molecular Weight: 128.17

MDL Number: MFCD00064476

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Pharmaceutical Intermediates > Heterocyclic Intermediates Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Amines

Product Description:

(S)-3-Amino-2-azepanone is a chiral, seven-membered lactam derivative featuring an amino group at the 3-position. This compound serves as a key chiral building block in pharmaceutical synthesis. Its structure combines a constrained azepanone ring system with a primary amine, making it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. The primary application of (S)-3-amino-2-azepanone is in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is specifically utilized as a chiral synthon for the synthesis of various drug candidates, including protease inhibitors and other therapeutic agents that require a specific stereochemical configuration. The (S)-enantiomer is often targeted for its potential to impart desired pharmacological properties. As a specialized intermediate, it is typically handled in research and development settings under controlled conditions. Its dual functionality (amine and lactam) allows for further chemical modifications, making it a versatile starting point in medicinal chemistry campaigns focused on nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 315.124 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 144.382 °C

Density: 1.031 g/cm3

Storage: −20°C