Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 4-(Aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid (CAS: 701-54-2)?
Answer
4-(Aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid is mainly used in the pharmaceutical industry as a chiral building block for the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds. It is also utilized in the chemical industry for the production of chiral catalysts and in organic synthesis. Its use in food additives and personal care products is limited due to its structural complexity.
About
CAS No
701-54-2
English Name
4-(Aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight
157.21 g/mol
SMILES
NCC1CCC(CC1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
GYDJEQRTZSCIOI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-02 18:52
