4-Oxo-4-(pyridin-2-ylamino)butanoic acid

CAS: 62134-49-0

Ref. 3D-MCA13449

Product Information

• Name: 4-Oxo-4-(pyridin-2-ylamino)butanoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 4-Oxo-4-(pyridin-2-ylamino)butanoic acid is an amide compound that is synthesized by reacting a pyridine with butanoic acid. This heterocyclic compound has been shown to have magnetic properties and it can be used as a synthon to generate other heterocyclic compounds. 4-Oxo-4-(pyridin-2-ylamino)butanoic acid can be oxidized to form the nitrate salt. The square planar geometry of this molecule displays four chiral centers, which gives it the ability to bind to metal ions in order to form complexes. This chemical is also known as a ligand, because it binds reversibly with a metal ion, such as copper or silver.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 194.19 g/mol
• Formula: C₉H₁₀N₂O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%