10-Aminodecanoic acid (C10H21NO2) CAS:13108-19-5 is a versatile α,ω-amino acid characterized by a linear alkyl chain of ten carbon atoms with an amino group (-NH2) at one end and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) at the other. These two functional groups grant the compound significant reactivity, rendering it an ideal building block in pharmaceutical research and development.
This highly adaptable molecule can be readily transformed into a wide array of derivatives through various chemical reactions, including amidation, esterification, and coupling with other molecules. 10-Aminodecanoic acid’s unique structure contributes to its growing prominence in the design and synthesis of innovative therapeutic agents, such as peptidomimetics, enzyme inhibitors, and drug delivery systems.
In addition to its potential applications in drug development, 10-Aminodecanoic acid serves as a valuable reagent in bioconjugation and biomaterial engineering. The molecule has demonstrated utility in the preparation of hydrogels, polymer-drug conjugates, and surface modifications for targeted drug delivery and tissue engineering.
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