Compound Q&A
How is 3-(4-Pyridinyl)alanine (CAS: 1956-21-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-(4-Pyridinyl)alanine is typically synthesized by the condensation of pyridine-4-carboxylic acid with alanine. This process is catalyzed by DCC (dicyclohexylcarbodiimide) and can yield up to 80% of the product. The reaction is carried out in the presence of a suitable solvent like dichloromethane.
About
CAS No
1956-21-4
English Name
3-(4-Pyridinyl)alanine
Molecular Formula
C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight
166.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CN=CC=C1CC(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
FQFVANSXYKWQOT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-27 19:31
