2-Amino-5-sulfobenzoic acid

CAS: 3577-63-7

Ref. 3D-FA149863

Product Information

• Name: 2-Amino-5-sulfobenzoic acid
• Synonyms: 2-Amino-1-carboxybenzene-5-sulfonic acid, 2-Aminothranilic Acid-5-Sulfonic Acid, 2-Carboxy-4-sulfoaniline, 4-Amino-3-carboxybenzenesulfonic acid, 4-Sulfo-2-carboxyaniline, 5-Sulfoanthranilic Acid, Anthranilic acid, 5-sulfo-, Benzoic acid, 2-amino-5-sulfo-
• CAS: 3577-63-7

Description

2-Amino-5-sulfobenzoicacid is an organic compound that is used as a building block in the synthesis of other chemicals. It is also used as a co-catalyst in the copper-catalyzed dehydration of alcohols to produce alkyl sulfates and alkyl sulfonates. 2-Amino-5-sulfobenzoicacid has been shown to be stable in water at pH levels of 7 or higher, but will hydrolyze quickly when exposed to acidic environments. This compound has been shown to emit light under various conditions, including when it absorbs ultraviolet light or when it reacts with metal ions such as copper. 2-Amino-5-sulfobenzoicacid is also fluorescent and can be used for luminescent detection of metal ions.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 217.2 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₇NO₅S
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder