Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-amino-4-phenylbutanoic acid (CAS: 1012-05-1)?
Answer
2-Amino-4-phenylbutanoic acid is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 212.26 g/mol. It has a solubility of about 0.2 g/L in water and is slightly soluble in ethanol. It is moderately reactive, capable of undergoing amide and ester formation. It is stable under normal storage conditions but should be protected from moisture and light.
About
CAS No
1012-05-1
English Name
2-amino-4-phenylbutanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight
179.22 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCC(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
JTTHKOPSMAVJFE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
