Cyclohexanepropanoic acid, a-amino-, (aR)-


Chemical Name: Cyclohexanepropanoic acid, a-amino-, (aR)-
CAS Number: 58717-02-5
Product Number: AG003C8W(AGN-PC-0SQGNU)
Synonyms:
MDL No: MFCD00217056
Molecular Formula: C9H17NO2
Molecular Weight: 171.2368

Identification/Properties


Properties
BP:
307.1°C at 760 mmHg
Storage:
Inert atmosphere;Room Temperature;
Form:
Solid
Computed Properties
Molecular Weight:
171.24g/mol
XLogP3:
-0.3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count:
2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count:
3
Rotatable Bond Count:
3
Exact Mass:
171.126g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass:
171.126g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area:
63.3A^2
Heavy Atom Count:
12
Formal Charge:
0
Complexity:
153
Isotope Atom Count:
0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count:
1
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count:
0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count:
0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count:
0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:
1
Compound Is Canonicalized:
Yes

Safety Information


GHS Pictogram:
Signal Word:
Warning
UN#:
N/A
Hazard Statements:
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements:
P261-P305+P351+P338
Class:
N/A
Packing Group:
N/A

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Chemical Structure



(R)-2-Amino-3-cyclohexylpropanoic acid, also known as cyclohexylalanine, is a valuable compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This chiral amino acid plays a crucial role as a building block in the production of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its unique structure and stereochemistry make it a versatile reagent in asymmetric synthesis, where the specific orientation of functional groups is essential for the desired chemical reactions.In chemical synthesis, (R)-2-Amino-3-cyclohexylpropanoic acid is commonly employed as a key intermediate in the preparation of peptide-based drugs and biologically active compounds. Its incorporation into peptide chains imparts specific stereochemical features that are critical for their biological activity and interaction with target molecules. Additionally, the cyclohexylalanine moiety can enhance the stability and efficacy of peptides, making it a valuable component in drug design and development.Moreover, (R)-2-Amino-3-cyclohexylpropanoic acid is utilized in the synthesis of complex natural products and functional materials, where controlling the stereochemistry is essential for the desired properties and activities. By leveraging the chirality of this amino acid derivative, chemists can access a diverse array of structurally diverse compounds with tailored properties for various applications in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, and materials science sectors.