Compound Q&A
What is 3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride (CAS: 461-05-2)?
Answer
3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride (CAS: 461-05-2) is a quaternary ammonium salt characterized by its carboxylic acid and hydroxyl functional groups. It is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C8H18ClNO3 and is commonly used in various chemical applications due to its solubility and reactivity properties.
About
CAS No
461-05-2
English Name
3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride
Molecular Formula
C7H16ClNO3
Molecular Weight
197.66 g/mol
SMILES
C[N+](C)(C)CC(CC(=O)O)O.[Cl-]
InChIKey
JXXCENBLGFBQJM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
