Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2S)-Amino(cyclopropyl)acetic acid (CAS: 49606-99-7)?
Answer
(2S)-Amino(cyclopropyl)acetic acid is a colorless crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 125.09 g/mol. It has a pKa value of around 2.5 and is slightly soluble in water. This compound is known for its reactivity, particularly in forming amide and ester bonds. It is often used as a building block in organic synthesis due to its unique cyclopropyl group and amino functionality.
About
CAS No
49606-99-7
English Name
(2S)-Amino(cyclopropyl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C5H9NO2
Molecular Weight
115.13 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC1C(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
BUSBCPMSNBMUMT-BYPYZUCNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-05 08:54
