Compound Q&A
How is (3S)-3-amino-4,4-dimethylpentanoic acid (CAS: 367278-48-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
(3S)-3-Amino-4,4-dimethylpentanoic acid (CAS: 367278-48-6) can be synthesized via the condensation of (R)-3-aminobutanoic acid with methyl acetoacetate in the presence of a suitable catalyst, such as a Lewis acid. The reaction is performed under mild conditions, and the product is isolated by crystallization. The yield is typically high, and the method is selective and efficient.
About
CAS No
367278-48-6
English Name
(3S)-3-amino-4,4-dimethylpentanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H15NO2
Molecular Weight
145.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C)C(CC(=O)O)N
InChIKey
MIMSUZKTGRXZNZ-YFKPBYRVSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-04 19:14
