Compound Q&A
How is (2R)-2-Ammonio-3-(1,3-thiazol-4-yl)propanoate (CAS: 131896-42-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
(2R)-2-Ammonio-3-(1,3-thiazol-4-yl)propanoate can be synthesized through a multi-step process involving the reaction of thioacetamide with ammonia and subsequent modification to form the thiazole ring. Common methods include the use of potassium hydroxide as a catalyst and ethyl acetate as the solvent. The yield is usually high, and the product is purified by recrystallization from water.
About
CAS No
131896-42-9
English Name
(2R)-2-Ammonio-3-(1,3-thiazol-4-yl)propanoate
Molecular Formula
C6H8N2O2S
Molecular Weight
172.21 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(N=CS1)CC(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
WBZIGVCQRXJYQD-RXMQYKEDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
