Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate (CAS: 406-76-8)?
Answer
3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate (CAS: 406-76-8) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 197.29 g/mol. It has a solubility of about 13.8 mg/mL in water. This compound is moderately basic and can form salts with acids, making it reactive towards strong acids. It does not readily decompose under normal conditions but can hydrolyze in aqueous solutions.
About
CAS No
406-76-8
English Name
3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate
Molecular Formula
C7H15NO3
Molecular Weight
161.2 g/mol
SMILES
C[N+](C)(C)CC(O)CC(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
PHIQHXFUZVPYII-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-28 23:23
