3-Methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)butanoic acid

CAS: 32118-53-9

Ref. 3D-HBA11853

Product Information

• Name: 3-Methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)butanoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3-Methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)butanoic acid is an inhibitor of cancer, which is structurally related to sulfamic acid. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria by binding to metal hydroxides and acting as a free radical scavenger. 3-Methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)butanoic acid inhibits the protease activity of trypsin and aminopeptidase and has depressant effects on the central nervous system. This compound also inhibits serotonin reuptake in the rat brain, suggesting that it may be a potential antidepressant. 3-Methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)butanoic acid has been shown to inhibit HIV infection by blocking the activation of tnf alpha.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 144.21 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%