Compound Q&A
What is 2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol (CAS: 77-86-1)?
Answer
2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, also known as tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane, is a versatile organic compound with the chemical formula C3H10NO3. It is a white crystalline powder that dissolves well in water, forming a weakly basic solution. Commonly used as a buffering agent, it maintains pH stability in various applications. Its molecular structure includes three hydroxymethyl groups and an amino group, contributing to its chelating and stabilizing properties in chemical processes.
About
CAS No
77-86-1
English Name
2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol
Molecular Formula
C4H11NO3
Molecular Weight
121.136 g/mol
SMILES
NC(CO)(CO)CO
InChIKey
LENZDBCJOHFCAS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
