Compound Q&A
How is Methyl (2Z)-3-amino-2-butenoate (CAS: 21731-17-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl (2Z)-3-amino-2-butenoate is typically synthesized via a one-pot reaction between methyl vinyl ketone and ammonia in the presence of a strong base like sodium hydroxide. The reaction is selective and yields the (2Z)-isomer with good efficiency. The product is isolated and purified by recrystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
21731-17-9
English Name
Methyl (2Z)-3-amino-2-butenoate
Molecular Formula
C5H9NO2
Molecular Weight
115.13 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)\C=C(\C)N
InChIKey
XKORCTIIRYKLLG-ARJAWSKDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
