CAS 543-18-0: 2-[(Aminoiminomethyl)amino]ethanesulfonic acid
Description:2-[(Aminoiminomethyl)amino]ethanesulfonic acid, commonly known as Aesculin, is a zwitterionic buffer compound often used in biochemical and biological research. It features a sulfonic acid group, which imparts strong acidity, and an amino group that can participate in hydrogen bonding and protonation reactions. This compound is characterized by its ability to maintain a stable pH in solution, making it particularly useful in various laboratory applications, including cell culture and enzyme assays. Aesculin is soluble in water, which facilitates its use in aqueous environments. Its structural features allow it to act as a good buffering agent, effectively resisting changes in pH when acids or bases are added. Additionally, the presence of multiple functional groups contributes to its reactivity and interaction with other biomolecules. Overall, 2-[(Aminoiminomethyl)amino]ethanesulfonic acid is valued for its buffering capacity and versatility in scientific research.
Formula:C3H9N3O3S
InChI:InChI=1S/C3H9N3O3S/c4-3(5)6-1-2-10(7,8)9/h1-2H2,(H4,4,5,6)(H,7,8,9)
InChI key:InChIKey=JKLRIMRKZBSSED-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=S(=O)(O)CCNC(=N)N
- Synonyms:
- 2-Carbamimidamidoethanesulfonic acid
- 2-Guanidinoethanesulfonic acid
- 2-Guanylaminoethanesulfonic acid
- 2-[(Aminoiminomethyl)amino]ethanesulfonic acid
- 2-{[Amino(Imino)Methyl]Amino}Ethane-1-Sulfonic Acid
- Amidinotaurine
- Ethanesulfonic Acid, 2-[(Aminoiminomethyl)Amino]-
- Guanidinoethanesulfonic acid
- N-Amidinotaurine
- N-Guanyltaurine
- See more synonyms
- NSC 667063
- Taurine, N-amidino-
- Taurocyamin
- Taurocyamine
- β-Guanidinoethanesulfonic acid
- β-Guanidinoethylsulfonic acid
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