CAS 126946-59-6

Pentanoic acid, 3-[(phenylmethyl)amino]-

Description:

Pentanoic acid, 3-[(phenylmethyl)amino]- is an organic compound characterized by its carboxylic acid functional group and an amine substituent. The presence of the pentanoic acid moiety indicates that it has a five-carbon straight-chain structure, while the 3-[(phenylmethyl)amino] group suggests that there is a phenylmethyl (benzyl) amine attached to the third carbon of the pentanoic acid chain. This compound is likely to exhibit both acidic and basic properties due to the carboxylic acid and amine functional groups, respectively. It may participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and amidation. The compound's solubility is expected to vary depending on the solvent, with potential solubility in polar solvents due to the presence of the carboxylic acid group. Additionally, it may have applications in pharmaceuticals or as an intermediate in organic synthesis, given the presence of both the carboxylic acid and amine functionalities, which are common in biologically active molecules.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₇NO₂

3-(Benzylamino)pentanoic acid

CAS: 126946-59-6

Formula: C₁₂H₁₇NO₂

Molecular weight: 207.2689

Ref: IN-DA000WGI