CAS 15569-97-8

4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butyric acid

Description:

4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butyric acid, also known as HPB, is an organic compound characterized by its hydroxyl and pyridine functional groups. It features a butyric acid backbone with a hydroxyl group attached to the fourth carbon and a pyridine ring at the same position. This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid, soluble in water and various organic solvents, which enhances its utility in biochemical applications. HPB is of interest in pharmaceutical research due to its potential neuroprotective properties and its role as a precursor in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules. The presence of the pyridine ring contributes to its ability to interact with biological systems, making it a subject of study in areas such as neurobiology and medicinal chemistry. Additionally, its structural characteristics allow for various derivatizations, which can lead to the development of novel therapeutic agents. Overall, 4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butyric acid is a versatile compound with significant implications in scientific research and potential therapeutic applications.

Formula: C₉H₁₁NO₃

InChI: InChI=1/C9H11NO3/c11-8(3-4-9(12)13)7-2-1-5-10-6-7/h1-2,5-6,8,11H,3-4H2,(H,12,13)

InChI key: InChIKey=STZOZPPVGWNSMC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCC(O)=O)(O)C=1C=CC=NC1

Synonyms:

• -(3-Pyridyl)--hydroxybutyric Acid
• 3-Pyridinebutanoic acid, γ-hydroxy-
• 3-Pyridinebutyric acid, γ-hydroxy-
• 4-(3-Pyridyl)-4-hydroxybutyric Acid
• 4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butyric Aci
• 4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butyric acid
• 4-Hydroxy-4-Pyridin-3-Yl-Butanoic Acid
• 4-Hydroxy-4-Pyridyl)Butanoic Acid
• 4-Oxo-4-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Butanoic Acid
• g-(3-Pyridyl)-g-hydroxybutyric Acid
• g-Hydroxy-3-pyridinebutanoic Acid
• (-4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butanoic Acid
• Cotinine Impurity 4
• butyric Acid AMMoniuM Salt
• -Hydroxy-3-pyridinebutanoic Acid
• 4-(3-Pyridyl)-4-hydroxybutyric Acid AMMoniuM Salt
• 4-Hydroxy-4-(3-pyridyl)butyric Acid AMMoniuM Salt
• γ-(3-Pyridyl)-γ-hydroxy-

1-(3-Pyridyl)-1-butanol-4-carboxylic Acid Na+/NH4+ Salt

Controlled Product

CAS: 15569-97-8

Applications 1-(3-Pyridyl)-1-butanol-4-carboxylic Acid Na+/NH4+ Salt is a metabolite of 4-(Methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl)-1-butanone (NNK) (M325750), which is a major carcinogen, found in cigarette smoke.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Hecht, S., et al.: Chem. Res. Toxicol., 11, 559 (1998); Hecht, S., et al.: Carcinogenesis, 23, 907 (2002); Sasco, A., et al.: Lung Cancer, 45, S3 (2004);

Formula: C₉H₁₀NO₃•NaNH₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 180.1822991804

Ref: TR-P992550