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Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid

Also known as: 6-[(tert-butoxycarbonyl)amino]hexanoic acid, N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-6-aminohexanoic acid, Boc-6-Ahx-OH, Boc-ε-Acp-OH, Boc-ε-Ahx-OH, Boc-6-aminocaproic acid, MFCD00037798

Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid (CAS 6404-29-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H21NO4 and a molecular weight of 231.289 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 35-40 °C, a boiling point of 380.3±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 183.8±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6404-29-1
Jingsj CID
J-1106063-2
Molecular Formula
C11H21NO4
Molecular Weight
231.289 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point35-40 °C
Boiling Point380.3±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point183.8±23.2 °C
Exact Mass231.147064
PSA75.63000
LogP1.67
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.464

Activity & Biological Data

TargetAlkyl/ether
Additional Information[1]. An S, et al. Small-molecule PROTACs: An emerging and promising approach for the development of targeted therapy drugs. EBioMedicine. 2018 Oct;36:553-562

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2924199090
Summary2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid?

The CAS number of Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid is 6404-29-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid?

Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid has molecular formula C11H21NO4 and molecular weight 231.289 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid?

For Boc-6-aminohexanoic acid, Upstream Products: Di-tert-butyl dicarbonate, 6-Aminocaproic acid, 2-(tert-Butoxycarbonyloxyimino)-2-phenylacetonitrile; Downstream Products: 6-amino-N-β-D-galactopyranosylhexanamide, 6-((tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino)hexanoic acid 2,5-dioxo-1-pyrrolidinyl ester, Caprolactam.

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