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CAS 6645-46-1

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(R)-(3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium chloride

Description:
(R)-(3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium chloride, with the CAS number 6645-46-1, is a quaternary ammonium compound characterized by its trimethylammonium group and a carboxylic acid functional group. This compound is typically a white crystalline solid or powder that is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications, including as a surfactant, emulsifier, or in biological systems. Its structure includes a positively charged nitrogen atom bonded to three methyl groups and a hydroxypropyl chain that contains both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, contributing to its amphiphilic nature. This amphiphilicity allows it to interact with both hydrophilic and hydrophobic substances, enhancing its utility in formulations. Additionally, the presence of the quaternary ammonium moiety imparts antimicrobial properties, making it relevant in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. Safety data should be consulted for handling and potential toxicity, as quaternary ammonium compounds can exhibit varying degrees of biological activity.
Formula:C7H16NO3·Cl
InChI:InChI=1S/C7H15NO3.ClH/c1-8(2,3)5-6(9)4-7(10)11;/h6,9H,4-5H2,1-3H3;1H/t6-;/m1./s1
InChI key:InChIKey=JXXCENBLGFBQJM-FYZOBXCZSA-N
SMILES:C([N+](C)(C)C)[C@@H](CC(O)=O)O.[Cl-]
Synonyms:
  • (2R)-
  • (2R)-3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium chloride
  • (R)- 1-Propanaminium
  • (R)-(-)-Carnitine hydrochloride
  • (R)-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammoniumchlorid
  • (R)-3-Carboxy-2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-
  • (R)-3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminiumchloride
  • (R)-Carnitinehydrochloride
  • 1-Butanaminium, 2,4-dihydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-4-oxo-, chloride (1:1), (2R)-
  • 1-Propanaminium, 3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-
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