6-Aminocaproic acid
Also known as: 6-Aminohexanoic acid, ε-Aminocaproic acid, Aminocaproic acid, Acepramin, Amicar, Hexanoic acid, 6-amino-, ε-Amino-n-caproic acid
6-Aminocaproic acid (CAS 60-32-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 131.173 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 207-209 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 255.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.4±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 60-32-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-19007-7
- Molecular Formula
- C6H13NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 131.173 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 207-209 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 255.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 108.4±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 131.094635 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | -0.11 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.467 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Gardner, F.H. and R.E. Helmer, 3rd, Aminocaproic acid. Use in control of hemorrhage in patients with amegakaryocytic thrombocytopenia. JAMA, 1980. 243(1): p. 35-7. [2]. Schwartz, B.S., et al., Epsilon-aminocaproic acid in the treatment of patients with acute promyelocytic leukemia and acquired alpha-2-plasmin inhibitor deficiency. Ann Intern Med, 1986. 105(6): p. 873-7. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
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| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 6-Aminocaproic acid?
The CAS number of 6-Aminocaproic acid is 60-32-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Aminocaproic acid?
6-Aminocaproic acid has molecular formula C6H13NO2 and molecular weight 131.173 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-Aminocaproic acid?
For 6-Aminocaproic acid, Upstream Products: N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-6-aminohexanoic acid, Cyclohexanone oxime, Caprolactam; Downstream Products: 6-Maleimidocaproic acid, N-Succinimidyl 6-maleimidohexanoate, 6-Bromohexanoic acid.
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