(R)-2-Amino-3-mercapto-3-methylbutanoic acid - Names and Identifiers
(R)-2-Amino-3-mercapto-3-methylbutanoic acid - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C5H11NO2S
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| Molar Mass | 149.21134 |
(R)-2-Amino-3-mercapto-3-methylbutanoic acid - Introduction
(R)-must acid, also known as (R)-must acid, is an organic compound.
Nature:
(R)-acid is a solid, in the form of white crystals or crystalline powder at room temperature. It has a weak acid and strong sulfane odor. The compound is soluble in water and solvents?
Use:
(R)-acid has important applications in the field of medicine. It is an inhibitor of growth metabolism and is often used in the treatment of specific metabolic diseases, such as phenylketonuria. In addition, it is used as a veterinary medicine and nutritional supplement.
Method:
(R)-acid can be obtained by chemical synthesis. The specific method includes obtaining an intermediate product by reacting mercaptoethanol and chlorobutyric acid, and then obtaining the target product through an acyl chloride reaction and a hydrolysis reaction.
Safety Information:
(R)-related safety information for acid is not completely clear. However, as an organic compound, it can be irritating to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Therefore, direct contact with these parts should be avoided during use. Before use or storage, please read and follow the relevant safety data sheet and operating instructions for the product.
Last Update：2024-04-09 20:52:54