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CAS 551-16-6

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6-Aminopenicillanic acid

Description:
6-Aminopenicillanic acid (6-APA) is a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of penicillin antibiotics. It is a beta-lactam compound characterized by a bicyclic structure that includes a thiazolidine ring and a beta-lactam ring. The presence of an amino group at the 6-position is essential for its biological activity, as it allows for the modification of the molecule to create various penicillin derivatives. 6-APA is typically a white to off-white crystalline powder that is soluble in water and exhibits a pH-dependent solubility profile. It is stable under acidic conditions but can hydrolyze in alkaline environments. The compound plays a significant role in pharmaceutical applications, particularly in the development of semi-synthetic penicillins, which are designed to enhance antibacterial efficacy and broaden the spectrum of activity against resistant bacterial strains. Due to its importance in antibiotic production, 6-APA is a key focus in medicinal chemistry and pharmaceutical research.
Formula:C8H12N2O3S
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H12N2O3S/c1-8(2)4(7(12)13)10-5(11)3(9)6(10)14-8/h3-4,6H,9H2,1-2H3,(H,12,13)/t3-,4+,6-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=NGHVIOIJCVXTGV-ALEPSDHESA-N
SMILES:C(O)(=O)[C@@H]1N2[C@@]([C@H](N)C2=O)(SC1(C)C)[H]
Synonyms:
  • (2S,5R,6R)-6-amino-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid
  • 4-Thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, 6-amino-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-
  • 4-Thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, 6-amino-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-, (2S,5R,6R)-
  • 4-Thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, 6-amino-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-, [2S-(2alpha,5alpha,6beta)]-
  • 4-Thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, 6-amino-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-, [2S-(2α,5α,6β)]-
  • 6-Amino-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid
  • 6-Aminopencillanic acid
  • 6-Aminopenicillansaure
  • 6-Apa
  • 6-Aps
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