4-Methylglutamic acid
TL;DR: 4-Methylglutamic acid (CAS 14561-55-8) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C6H11NO4 and molecular weight 161.0688 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
2-amino-4-methylpentanedioic acid
Also Known As: 4-Methylglutamic acid, 4-Methylglutamate, 2-amino-4-methylpentanedioic acid, 2S,4R-4-Methylglutamate, 4 Methylglutamic Acid
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C6H11NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 161.0688 g/mol |
| XLogP | -2.9 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 101.0 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 5 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 4 |
| Exact Mass | 161.0688 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 11 |
| Complexity | 168.0 |
| SMILES | CC(CC(C(=O)O)N)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | KRKRAOXTGDJWNI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 4-Methylglutamic acid is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as biotechnology workflows and life-science research. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
A pharmaceutical intermediate supplied by CoreyChem, 4-Methylglutamic acid (CAS 14561-55-8) has the molecular formula C6H11NO4 and a molecular weight of 161.07 g/mol. Synonyms include 4-Methylglutamic acid and 4-Methylglutamate.
Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of 4-Methylglutamic acid
Property Insights of 4-Methylglutamic acid
The XLogP value of -2.9 indicates that 4-Methylglutamic acid is hydrophilic (water-soluble), making it suitable for aqueous formulations and biological assay applications. The TPSA of 101.0 Ų falls within the moderate polarity range, balancing permeability and solubility for 4-Methylglutamic acid. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 4-Methylglutamic acid has 3 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 5 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Methylglutamic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Methylglutamic acid is 14561-55-8.
What is the molecular formula of 4-Methylglutamic acid?
The molecular formula of 4-Methylglutamic acid is C6H11NO4.
What is the molecular weight of 4-Methylglutamic acid?
The molecular weight of 4-Methylglutamic acid is 161.0688 g/mol.
What are the applications of 4-Methylglutamic acid?
4-Methylglutamic acid is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as biotechnology workflows and life-science research. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project...
Where can I buy 4-Methylglutamic acid?
You can request a quote for 4-Methylglutamic acid directly from CoreyChem. Contact us or email [email protected] for pricing and availability.
Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for 4-Methylglutamic acid?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for 4-Methylglutamic acid and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.