Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Amino-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 155815-92-2)?
Answer
4-Amino-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 130.14 g/mol. It is soluble in water and less soluble in organic solvents. This compound exhibits basic properties due to the presence of amino group and is reactive towards acid-base reactions. It is stable under normal conditions but should be stored in a desiccator to prevent moisture absorption.
About
CAS No
155815-92-2
English Name
4-Amino-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H5N3O2
Molecular Weight
127.1 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(NC(=N1)C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
RFOFSMYXSBHWPC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 15:34
