CAS 3005-85-4
:4-Methylproline
Description:
4-Methylproline, also known as 4-methyl-L-proline, is a cyclic amino acid characterized by its unique structure, which includes a five-membered ring containing a nitrogen atom. This compound is a derivative of proline, featuring a methyl group attached to the fourth carbon of the proline backbone. It is classified as a non-proteinogenic amino acid, meaning it is not incorporated into proteins during translation. 4-Methylproline exhibits properties typical of amino acids, such as the ability to form hydrogen bonds and participate in various chemical reactions. It is soluble in water and polar solvents, making it useful in biochemical applications. This compound has garnered interest in medicinal chemistry and peptide synthesis due to its potential role in influencing the conformation and stability of peptides and proteins. Additionally, 4-methylproline can serve as a chiral building block in organic synthesis, contributing to the development of pharmaceuticals and other biologically active compounds. Its unique structural features and reactivity make it a valuable substance in both research and industrial applications.
Formula:C6H11NO2
InChI:InChI=1/C6H11NO2/c1-4-2-5(6(8)9)7-3-4/h4-5,7H,2-3H2,1H3,(H,8,9)
InChI key:InChIKey=KKJQZEWNZXRJFG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(O)(=O)C1CC(C)CN1
Synonyms:- 4-Methylproline
- NSC 524547
- Proline, 4-methyl-
- 4-Methyl-DL-proline
- proline, 4-methyl-
- 4-Methylpyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
- 4-METHYL-2-PYRROLIDINE CARBOXYLIC ACID
- 4-Methyl-2-pyrrolidine carbocylic acid
- 4-METHYL-2-PYRROLIDINE CARBOXLIC ACID
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