Compound Q&A
What is Aspartame Impurity 1 (CAS: 106-57-0)?
Answer
Aspartame Impurity 1, also known as Glycine Anhydride, is a chemical compound with the CAS number 106-57-0. It is an anhydride derivative of glycine and is commonly found as a byproduct during the synthesis of aspartame, an artificial sweetener. This compound is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C2H3NO2 and is used primarily in analytical testing to identify and quantify impurities in aspartame products.
About
CAS No
106-57-0
English Name
Aspartame Impurity 1 (Glycine Anhydride)
Molecular Formula
C4H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
114.1 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(=O)NCC(=O)N1
InChIKey
BXRNXXXXHLBUKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
