CAS 73368-44-2

Propanedioic acid, (acetylamino)[(4-amino-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-,diethyl ester

Description:

Propanedioic acid, (acetylamino)[(4-amino-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-, diethyl ester, identified by CAS number 73368-44-2, is a chemical compound characterized by its structure, which includes a propanedioic acid backbone with an acetylamino group and a substituted aromatic ring. This compound features diethyl ester functional groups, which enhance its solubility and reactivity. The presence of the methoxy and amino groups on the aromatic ring contributes to its potential biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. The compound is likely to exhibit properties typical of esters, such as volatility and reactivity towards nucleophiles. Additionally, the presence of the acetylamino group may influence its interaction with biological systems, potentially affecting its pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Overall, this compound's unique structural features suggest it may have applications in drug development or as an intermediate in organic synthesis. However, specific properties such as melting point, boiling point, and solubility would require empirical data for precise characterization.

Formula: C₁₇H₂₄N₂O₆

(Acetylamino)[(4-amino-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]propanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester

Controlled Product

CAS: 73368-44-2

Applications (Acetylamino)[(4-amino-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]propanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is an intermediate used in the synthesis of rac 4-Amino-m-tyrosine Dihydrochloride (A632020), which is a degradation product of Pheomelanin, a compound found in hair and skin in humans;Also, it is used in the synthesis of hydriodic acid degradation products of the red-brown polymeric pheomelanin pigment.
References Patil, D. et al.: J. Org. Chem., 49, 997 (1984); Fattorusso, E. et al.: Gazz. Chem. Ital., 98, 1443 (1968); Patil, D. G., et al.: J. Org. Chem., 49, 997-1000 (1984)

Formula: C₁₇H₂₄N₂O₆

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 352.382

Ref: TR-A133115