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CAS 96886-55-4

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(S)-2-Amino-2-methyl-4-pentenoic acid

Description:
(S)-2-Amino-2-methyl-4-pentenoic acid, commonly known as L-2-amino-4-methyl-5-hexenoic acid, is an amino acid derivative characterized by its unique structure, which includes a branched alkyl chain and a double bond in the side chain. This compound features a chiral center, making it optically active, with the (S) configuration indicating the specific spatial arrangement of its atoms. It is soluble in water, which is typical for amino acids, and exhibits properties such as being a zwitterion at physiological pH, meaning it can carry both a positive and a negative charge. This substance is of interest in biochemical research and may play a role in metabolic pathways or as a building block for peptides. Its CAS number, 96886-55-4, is a unique identifier that facilitates the tracking and study of this compound in scientific literature and databases. Overall, (S)-2-Amino-2-methyl-4-pentenoic acid is significant in the context of amino acid chemistry and potential applications in pharmaceuticals and biochemistry.
Formula:C6H11NO2
InChI:InChI=1/C6H11NO2/c1-3-4-6(2,7)5(8)9/h3H,1,4,7H2,2H3,(H,8,9)/t6-/m0/s1
SMILES:C=CC[C@@](C)(C(=O)O)N
Synonyms:
  • L-alpha-Allylalanine
  • (2S)-2-amino-2-methylpent-4-enoic acid
  • 2-Allyl-D-Alanine
  • D-α-Methylallylalanine
  • (S)-a-Allylalanine
  • L-ALPHA-ALLYLALANINE, MONOHYDRATE
  • L-ALPHA-ALLYLALANINE HYDRATE
  • 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-amino-2-methyl-, (2S)-
  • 4-Pentenoicacid,2-amino-2-methyl-,(2S)-(9CI)
  • (S)-(-)-2-AMINO-2-METHYL-4-PENTENOIC ACID HYDRATE
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