Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Carboxyphenylalanine (CAS: 22976-70-1)?
Answer
4-Carboxyphenylalanine is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 207.15 g/mol. It has limited solubility in water (1.36 g/L at 25°C) and moderate solubility in organic solvents. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly with bases, and can undergo hydrolysis and deamination under basic conditions. It is stable under normal storage conditions but should be protected from moisture and light.
About
CAS No
22976-70-1
English Name
4-Carboxyphenylalanine
Molecular Formula
C10H11NO4
Molecular Weight
209.2 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1CC(C(=O)O)N)C(=O)O
InChIKey
YXDGRBPZVQPESQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 06:49
