Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-(Aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid (CAS: 128013-69-4)?
Answer
3-(Aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid is a white or off-white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of approximately 219.34 g/mol. It has a pKa of about 8.5 and is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is moderately reactive, especially under basic conditions, and is susceptible to hydrolysis. It is also prone to racemization under acidic conditions.
About
CAS No
128013-69-4
English Name
3-(Aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H17NO2
Molecular Weight
159.23 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CC(CC(=O)O)CN
InChIKey
AYXYPKUFHZROOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
