Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (R)-2-Amino-2-(2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-2-yl)acetic acid (CAS: 181227-46-3)?
Answer
(R)-2-Amino-2-(2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-2-yl)acetic acid is a chiral compound with a molecular weight of approximately 222.26 g/mol. It exists in a crystalline form with a melting point of around 175-178°C. The compound has a basic character due to its amine group, with a pKa close to 9.9. It is moderately soluble in water and organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it reacts readily with acids to form salts and is stable under mild conditions but should be protected from strong oxidizing agents.
About
CAS No
181227-46-3
English Name
(R)-2-Amino-2-(2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-2-yl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H13NO2
Molecular Weight
191.23 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(CC2=CC=CC=C21)C(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
GUDHMDVRURNAHL-SNVBAGLBSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-04 19:14
