Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3S)-3-Aminobutanoic acid (CAS: 3775-72-2)?
Answer
(3S)-3-Aminobutanoic acid, also known as (S)-aminovaleric acid, is a colorless crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 111.13 g/mol. It has a bitter taste and a pKa of 2.16. The compound is slightly soluble in water (1.3 g/100 mL at 25°C) and practically insoluble in ethanol. It is a chiral compound and reacts with carboxylic acids to form amides. It is also susceptible to hydrolysis under basic conditions.
About
CAS No
3775-72-2
English Name
(3S)-3-Aminobutanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H9NO2
Molecular Weight
103.12 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CC(=O)O)N
InChIKey
OQEBBZSWEGYTPG-VKHMYHEASA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 21:42
