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Pimelic acid, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A18495.22
100 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Pimelic acid, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A18495.22
100 g, Each
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Catalog number: A18495.22
also known as A18495-22
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
111-16-0
IUPAC Name
heptanedioic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H12O4
InChI Key
WLJVNTCWHIRURA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
OC(=O)CCCCCC(O)=O
Form
Powder or crystalline powder
Assay (Aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥97.5 to ≤102.5%
Comment
Specification differs for U.S. and non-U.S. material where indicated
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms (non-U.S. specification)
Melting Point (clear melt)
102.0-108.0°C

Description

Pimelic acid derivatives are involved in the biosynthesis of the amino acid called lysine. It is applied as a precursor to many polyesters and polyamides. It is the final member of the mnemonic used to aid recollection of the order of the first six dicarboxylic acids.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Pimelic acid derivatives are involved in the biosynthesis of the amino acid called lysine. It is applied as a precursor to many polyesters and polyamides. It is the final member of the mnemonic used to aid recollection of the order of the first six dicarboxylic acids.

Solubility
Soluble in water. Solubility in methanol is almost transparent.

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents and light. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
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