CAS 3558-32-5

5-Methylnorleucine

Description:

5-Methylnorleucine is an amino acid derivative characterized by its branched-chain structure, which includes a methyl group attached to the nitrogen of the side chain. It is classified as a non-proteinogenic amino acid, meaning it is not incorporated into proteins during translation. This compound is known for its role in various biochemical pathways and can be involved in metabolic processes. Its molecular formula typically includes carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen atoms, reflecting its structure as an amino acid. 5-Methylnorleucine has been studied for its potential applications in biochemistry and pharmacology, particularly in relation to its effects on cellular metabolism and its role in the synthesis of other biomolecules. The compound is also of interest in research related to amino acid metabolism and may have implications in understanding certain metabolic disorders. As with many amino acids, it is soluble in water, which facilitates its interaction in biological systems.

Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H15NO2/c1-5(2)3-4-6(8)7(9)10/h5-6H,3-4,8H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10)

InChI key: InChIKey=FMUMEWVNYMUECA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCC(C)C)(C(O)=O)N

Synonyms:

• (?à)-2-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
• (R/S)-2-Amino-5-Methylhexanoic Acid
• (±)-2-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
• 5-Methyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-norleucine
• 5-Methyl-DL-norleucine
• 5-Methylnorleucine
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-2-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Norleucine, 5-methyl-
• DL-2-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
• DL-Norleucine,5-methyl-
• Homoleucine
• NSC 20145
• Norleucine, 5-methyl-, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-
• Norleucine, 5-methyl-, DL- (8CI)
• Nsc20145
• Norleucine, 5-methyl-, DL-

5-Methylnorleucine

CAS: 3558-32-5

Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 145.1995

Ref: IN-DA00CJ9N

2-Amino-5-methylhexanoic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 3558-32-5

Applications 2-amino-5-methylhexanoic acid (cas# 3558-32-5) is a useful research chemical.

Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 145.2

Ref: TR-A192141