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CAS 19427-28-2

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N-Formyl-L-aspartic acid

Description:
N-Formyl-L-aspartic acid is an amino acid derivative characterized by the presence of a formyl group attached to the nitrogen of the aspartic acid backbone. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid that is soluble in water, reflecting its polar nature due to the amino and carboxylic acid functional groups. This compound is often studied in biochemical and pharmaceutical contexts due to its potential role in peptide synthesis and as an intermediate in various chemical reactions. N-Formyl-L-aspartic acid can participate in reactions typical of amino acids, such as peptide bond formation, and may exhibit biological activity relevant to metabolic pathways. Its molecular structure includes both an amine and a carboxylic acid, which allows it to act as a zwitterion in solution, contributing to its solubility and reactivity. As with many amino acid derivatives, it is important to handle N-Formyl-L-aspartic acid with care, following appropriate safety protocols in laboratory settings.
Formula:C5H7NO5
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H7NO5/c7-2-6-3(5(10)11)1-4(8)9/h2-3H,1H2,(H,6,7)(H,8,9)(H,10,11)/t3-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=MQUUQXIFCBBFDP-VKHMYHEASA-N
SMILES:[C@@H](CC(O)=O)(NC=O)C(O)=O
Synonyms:
  • N-Formyl-L-aspartic acid
  • (2S)-2-Formamidobutanedioic acid
  • N-formylaspartic acid
  • Aspartic acid, N-formyl-, L-
  • Aspartic acid, N-formyl-, L-
  • N-Formylaspartic acid
  • L-Aspartic acid, N-formyl-
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